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Knee Physiotherapist Melbourne

Experienced Knee Physio for active adults 40+ - consulting in Camberwell, inner Melbourne

Emma helping a hip patient

Does any of this sound familiar?

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If knee pain is affecting your walking, stairs, running, gym or everyday activity, an individual physiotherapy assessment can help clarify what may be contributing and what to do next.

 

I am Emma Glynn, an APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with more than 13 years of experience. My clinical focus is hip and knee presentations, particularly active adults over 40 who want to remain active and make informed decisions about rehabilitation, imaging or surgery.

 

I consult in Camberwell in Melbourne’s inner east. Your assessment will consider your symptoms, movement, strength, activity demands, previous treatment and personal goals before we develop a practical management plan.

Emma helping a knee patient

Why Knee Pain Persists

Persistent knee pain is not always explained by one injured structure.

Symptoms may be influenced by the condition of the joint or surrounding tissues, previous injury, muscle capacity, activity load, movement tolerance and general health. Scan findings may provide useful information, but they do not always explain how much pain someone experiences or what treatment will be most helpful.

 

The factors that matter also differ between conditions. Someone with knee osteoarthritis may need help rebuilding strength and activity tolerance. A person rehabilitating an ACL injury may require progressive strength, running and return-to-sport testing. Someone with pain around the kneecap may need changes to training load and targeted exercise.

 

The purpose of assessment is not to promise one perfect explanation. It is to determine what appears most consistent with your presentation, identify factors that can be addressed and decide whether physiotherapy, imaging or medical review is appropriate.

Knee Conditions I Assess & Treat

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I provide physiotherapy assessment and rehabilitation for a range of acute and persistent knee presentations, including:

  • ACL injuries: Rehabilitation following ACL injury or reconstruction, including progressive strength, running and return-to-sport preparation.

  • Knee osteoarthritis: Exercise and activity-based management for knee pain, stiffness and reduced function.

  • Meniscus injuries and age-related meniscus changes: Assessment of pain, swelling, catching and activity limitations, with referral for further investigation where appropriate.

  • Patellofemoral pain: Management of pain around or behind the kneecap that may be aggravated by stairs, squatting, running or prolonged sitting.

  • Infrapatellar fat pad irritation: Assessment and rehabilitation of front-of-knee pain that may be sensitive to standing, knee extension or repeated loading.

  • Post-surgical knee rehabilitation: Rehabilitation following knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, meniscus surgery and other knee procedures, guided by the operation and your surgeon’s instructions.

Who Emma Works With

Emma's practice is built around active adults 40+ who have been told their knee pain is "just wear and tear" or who've tried generalist physio without lasting results. Her clients are typically:

  • Runners, walkers, gym-goers and cyclists who want to stay active

  • People managing knee osteoarthritis who want to avoid or delay surgery

  • ACL patients navigating recovery beyond the first few weeks

  • Post-surgical patients whose progress has stalled

 

If that sounds like you, an initial assessment will give you a clear diagnosis, a straight answer on what's driving your pain, and a plan that actually matches your goals.

Why Choose Emma for Your Knee Physio?

 

  • APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

  • More than 13 years of physiotherapy experience

  • Clinical focus on hip and knee presentations

  • Assessment and rehabilitation tailored to your activity goals

  • Objective strength and functional testing where appropriate

  • Communication with GPs, sports doctors and orthopaedic surgeons when required

  • Experience supporting people returning to walking, running, gym and sport

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I know if physiotherapy is right for me?
If you’ve had knee pain for over a week that hasn’t improved with rest and it’s affecting your daily activities, it may be worth getting assessed.
You don’t need a referral to see me, and I’ll tailor your plan to your goals and lifestyle.

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How soon after surgery should I start physio?
For most knee surgeries, you can see a private physiotherapist around two weeks post-op, depending on your surgeon’s protocol. Early movement is often recommended to support mobility and reduce stiffness.

 

Can physio help avoid knee surgery?
For some conditions especially osteoarthritis and other joint-related pain, physiotherapy may help reduce symptoms and improve function, potentially delaying or avoiding the need for surgery.​​

Ready to Start Your Recovery?

If you're based in Melbourne and looking for a knee physiotherapist who focuses entirely on hip and knee conditions, I consult from Camberwell. Every assessment is thorough, every treatment plan is individual, and you'll leave with a clear explanation of what is happening and what we are going to do about it.​

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