Resources for Hip and Knee Recovery

By Emma Glynn - APA Titled MSK Physio The Hip & Knee Physio This article provides general information only. It is not personal medical advice Front of knee pain isn’t one diagnosis If your knee hurts when walking downstairs, sitting for too long, or standing with a locked knee - it could be one of several things (1). Two of the most common culprits are patellofemoral pain (PFP) and fat pad irritation . They’re often confused, and while they can sometimes overlap, understandi

By Emma Glynn - The Hip & Knee Physio This article provides general information only. It is not personal medical advice What Is Patellofemoral Pain? Patellofemoral pain (PFP), sometimes called runner’s knee , refers to pain around or behind the kneecap. It’s often aggravated by activities that load the joint when the knee is bent, like going downstairs, squatting, running, or sitting with knees flexed for long periods. While it can affect anyone, PFP is especially common in a

By Emma Glynn - The Hip & Knee Physio Knee Physiotherapy, Camberwell General information only; not personal medical advice Short answer: for many people with knee osteoarthritis (OA), yes, with the right loading and progression. Major guidelines back regular exercise as first-line care, and modern evidence doesn’t show recreational running “wearing out” knees. The key is how much, how often, and how you build over time [1,2] . What the evidence says Exercise is a core treatm

General information only; not personal medical advice. By Emma Glynn - The Hip & Knee Physio After a total hip replacement, days get easier before nights do. Finding a position that doesn’t wake you or your partner is half the battle. This guide covers week-by-week positions , pillow setups , and when to get a review . A quick word on “precautions” Your surgeon may give you movement precautions (often based on approach and individual factors). Follow your surgeon’s specific