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Are You Suffering With Knee Pain?
If you’ve got knee pain, stiffness, or a nagging ache around the joint, it’s very tempting to think it’s nothing—that it will just go away on its own. Or you might brush it off as having “twisted it,” “overdone it at the gym,” or assume it’s just the kind of discomfort that “everyone your age” experiences…
There’s no obvious reason why it started, or maybe it appeared gradually after walking, climbing stairs, or exercising—but the pain just isn’t improving.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and we hear this all the time. In fact, Osteoarthritis, Patellofemoral Pain, and Chronic Knee Pain are among the most common problems we treat in our physical therapy clinic here in Naples, FL.
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What Is Knee Pain?
Knee pain is incredibly common and affects people of all ages – athletes, grandparents, weekend walkers, and anyone who relies on their legs to stay active. At Freedom Physical Therapy and Fitness, we work with individuals facing all types of knee issues: bone-on-bone arthritis, old meniscus injuries, kneecap irritation, quad or hamstring strains, tight calves, or knee discomfort caused by simple overuse.
Knee pain often develops from twisting too quickly, falling onto the knee, walking long distances, getting in or out of a car awkwardly, or performing repetitive activities that place stress on the joint. Sometimes the pain comes from a specific injury; other times, it builds gradually over months or years.
Even those who have been told they are “bone on bone” are often surprised to learn that natural, conservative care can still make a substantial difference. The knee is not just a hinge joint – it also rotates, pivots, and relies on surrounding muscles for stability and support. When these structures weaken or tighten, pain becomes more likely.
Understanding how the knee moves is the first step toward restoring comfort and confidence.
What are the symptoms of Knee Pain?
Knee pain may present in many ways and can affect daily life more than people expect. Common symptoms include:
- Aching, throbbing, or stiff knees
- Sharp pain during movement
- Discomfort when getting up from a chair or couch
- Difficulty walking long distances
- Pain when climbing stairs or standing from kneeling
- Tenderness around the kneecap
- A feeling of instability or “giving way”
- Stiffness after sitting for long periods
- Tightness in surrounding muscles (quads, hamstrings, calves)
- Pain that limits hobbies like golfing, beach walks, or outings with family
These symptoms often affect activities people value most – shopping with grandkids, enjoying a round of golf, walking on the beach, or participating in family events. Left unaddressed, knee pain can make routine tasks feel exhausting and frustrating.
What Is Our Approach To Fixing / Treating Knee Pain?
At Freedom Physical Therapy and Fitness, we take a conservative, natural, movement-focused approach to treating knee pain. Our goal is to reduce discomfort, improve mobility, and help you return to the activities you love – without relying on unnecessary medications, injections, or surgery.
Our treatment plans may include:
- Hands-on physical therapy to restore proper joint mechanics
- Joint mobilizations to improve motion and reduce stiffness
- Dry needling to release tight muscles and improve blood flow
- Shockwave therapy for chronic tissue irritation and pain
- Massage and soft-tissue therapy to reduce tension and improve movement
- Targeted strengthening of the quads, hamstrings, hips, and calves
- Biomechanical retraining to ensure proper knee alignment
- Fitness and wellness programs that support long-term joint health
Because the knee depends heavily on surrounding muscle strength, we focus on restoring balance between the quads and hamstrings, improving mobility, and teaching proper movement patterns. This helps reduce stress on the joint and prevents recurring pain.
Our goal is simple: help you walk farther, move easier, feel stronger, and return to the experiences that bring joy – whether that’s the mall with your grandkids, a morning round of golf, or simply getting up from the couch without wincing.
Get Your FREE Knee Pain Guide
If you’d like to better understand your knee pain and learn simple strategies to start feeling better today, download our free knee pain report. It’s full of helpful tips, exercises, and clear explanations of why your knees hurt – and what you can do right now to improve them naturally.