Written By: Dr. Andrew Wengert
Knee pain is one of the most common complaints I get in my office.
I love getting knee cases because most other providers do a poor job with knee problems. Their examination is limited to just the knee and they miss the actual cause of the problem.
When people feel knee pain, there can be a problem with the knee itself, but it is often the result of a hip or ankle problem. If the ankle or hip does not move properly or is unstable, there will be increased load put through the knee. As a result, the increased load will damage the knee joint.
Damage to the knee joint is what causes the knee pain.
This damage needs to be identified and respected. In some cases, an MRI may be necessary to determine the extent of the damage to the knee.
I specialize in finding the areas not moving well, understanding why it is not moving properly, and then fixing it. So, when dealing with knee pain, a functional examination is an absolute must.
A Good Knee Examination Should Always Consist of:
- Range of Motion Testing.
- Strength Testing.
- Functional Movement testing.
I need to know if the knee, ankle, and hip have enough movement for a healthy knee. I also need to know if the muscles that surround those joints are strong enough to create the necessary stability. And finally, I need to know if you can maintain that stability during functional movements like a lunge and a squat.
Dr. Andrew Wengert is trained in the most advanced conservative treatments for correcting problems in the muscles and joints, and offers the clinical excellence you need to recover.