KNEE PAIN

Knee pain is one of the most common reasons people seek physiotherapy affecting walking, stairs, exercise, work, and everyday movement.


At RedGen knee pain is never treated as “just the knee.” Assessment looks at how the knee is loading, how it moves, and how the surrounding joints and muscles contribute, so treatment is precise, effective, and long-lasting.


Whether your pain came on suddenly or gradually, the goal is to restore confidence in movement and reduce the risk of recurrence.

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Where people commonly feel knee pain

Knee pain can present in several ways, including:


  1. pain around or behind the kneecap
  2. pain on the inside or outside of the knee
  3. pain with stairs, squatting, or rising from sitting
  4. stiffness after rest or in the morning
  5. swelling or a feeling of fullness
  6. instability, clicking, or locking sensations


The location and behaviour of pain help guide diagnosis and rehabilitation planning.

Common contributors to knee pain

Knee pain is rarely caused by one issue alone. Common contributors include:


  1. patellofemoral pain
  2. meniscus irritation or injury
  3. ligament strain or instability
  4. tendon overload
  5. early or established knee osteoarthritis
  6. reduced hip or ankle control
  7. training load errors or sudden increases in activity
  8. prolonged kneeling, sitting, or repetitive strain
  9. previous injury or surgery


Understanding why the knee is painful is essential for effective treatment.

Common conditions seen at RedGen

RedGen Rehab regularly assesses and treats:


  1. anterior knee pain / runner’s knee
  2. meniscus-related knee pain
  3. ligament injuries including MCL and ACL rehab phases
  4. patellar and quadriceps tendinopathy
  5. knee osteoarthritis
  6. post-surgical knee rehabilitation
  7. gym- and sport-related knee pain


Each knee is assessed individually — no generic protocols and no assumptions.

The RedGen approach to knee pain

Treatment follows the RedGen 4-Step Rehabilitation Framework: Assess, Relieve, Restore and Optimise.


Your rehabilitation may include:


  1. hands-on physiotherapy and soft tissue techniques
  2. joint mobilisation where stiffness is present
  3. acupuncture or dry needling where appropriate
  4. Class IV laser therapy when clinically indicated
  5. RedGen Prime™ full-body photobiomodulation to support inflammation control and recovery where appropriate
  6. early-stage exercise rehabilitation based on tolerance


The aim is to keep you moving safely and confidently.

When to seek treatment

Consider an assessment if:


  1. pain persists beyond a few weeks
  2. swelling or stiffness keeps returning
  3. stairs, walking, or exercise are limited
  4. the knee feels unstable or unreliable
  5. you want clarity and a structured recovery plan


Early assessment often prevents longer-term issues.


Book a Knee Pain Assessment if knee pain is limiting your movement or activity, RedGen Rehab can help.

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