Knee Pain Therapy
in Englewood, NJ
in Englewood, NJ
At Comprehensive Wellness in Englewood, NJ, we take a whole-patient approach to knee pain. Our team blends sports medicine, physical medicine, and wellness care to build a personalized treatment plan that helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and support long-term joint health. From minor knee pain after a previous knee injury to knee osteoarthritis and knee arthritis, we tailor treatment options that fit your life, often without knee surgery.
The knee joint is a rather complex joint that works with your hips, ankles, and spine. Many things can cause knee pain: overuse (repetitive stress from running or work), specific injury (a torn meniscus, anterior cruciate ligament sprain, patellar tendinitis, dislocated kneecap, or a loose body inside the joint), or medical conditions like arthritis, knee osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Tight or weak muscles, especially thigh muscles and the iliotibial band, change how forces load around the knee and can make you feel pain when bearing weight, climbing stairs, or keeping the knee bent. Hip or foot pain can alter mechanics and stress the hip joint, lower leg, and knee, too.
We start with a careful exam, movement screen, and discussion of your goals. Then we map a step-wise plan to treat knee pain and ease pain while you stay physically active.
Common options may include:
Platelet rich plasma uses a concentrated portion of your own blood to deliver growth factors directly to irritated tissues in and around the knee. PRP is an in-office, non-surgical option that aims to relieve knee pain caused by tendon irritation (patellar tendinitis), early knee osteoarthritis, or patellofemoral pain. After a simple blood draw and preparation, PRP is placed precisely into the target area; most people resume light activity the same day. It pairs well with physical therapy to rebuild capacity and protect the joint.
Corticosteroid injections can quickly provide pain relief and reduce inflammation during a painful flare, useful for knee arthritis or synovitis. Relief may last weeks to a few months while you continue guided rehab to support lasting change. For some, steroid injections help you participate more fully in therapy and everyday life without immediate surgery.
Thoughtful, step-wise care can help you move comfortably and get back to what you love.
Benefits you may notice:
Good candidates include people with minor knee pain, previous knee injury, overuse pain from repetitive stress, patellofemoral pain, patellar tendinitis, early knee osteoarthritis, or arthritis-related stiffness and swelling. We also see patients with hip joint or foot pain that’s affecting knee mechanics.
You may not be a good candidate for injections if you have an active infection, certain bleeding issues, or allergies to components. If we suspect significant mechanical problems like a complex ligament tear, we’ll discuss imaging and a surgical consult if absolutely necessary.
Your visit covers a thorough history, movement assessment, and review of goals. Wear or bring clothing that lets you move easily so we can assess squats, step-downs, and how your lower leg and hips track. If we plan injections, we may ask you to pause some NSAIDs. For physical therapy, we’ll outline homework with clear cues like “starting position,” “one leg,” “top leg,” “slowly lower,” and rest periods to reduce pain while you build capacity.
Most plans begin with guided rehab. Mobility for tight muscles (including the iliotibial band) and progressive strength for hips, quads, and calves. Sessions may include manual therapy, neuromuscular training, and taping to ease knee pain during activity. If you’re receiving PRP or a steroid injection, we’ll cleanse the area, use a topical or local anesthetic, and place medication or PRP precisely into the joint or tendon. Visits typically take 30 to 45 minutes.
General tips: keep early sessions short, start slowly, progress reps judiciously, and apply ice after tougher days. We’ll show you how to pace activity so you can ease pain, protect tissue, and keep momentum.
Costs vary based on the plan: physical therapy, bracing, PRP vs. steroid injection, and the number of visits. Your estimate will detail what’s included (evaluation, procedure time, supplies, and follow-ups). Pricing can vary by region and coverage; we’ll review your options openly and help you choose the mix that fits your goals.
You get coordinated care with rehab, injections, and wellness support, all kept under one roof so your plan feels clear and actionable. Our focus is practical progress: reduce pain, restore motion, and strengthen what supports your joints so you can stay active. We aim to be the Englewood resource patients choose when comparing local options (including big orthopaedic brands and Miller’s Orthopaedic Sports Medicine) because our plans are personal, efficient, and grounded in your day-to-day life.
Relieve knee pain and move with confidence by booking your consultation at Comprehensive Wellness in Englewood. Let us help you create a tailored plan that meets you where you are.
Very common. Active adults and those with arthritis, prior injuries, or repetitive stress often experience it at some point.
Many notice early relief within a few weeks of physical therapy; steroid injections may help within days. PRP tends to build results over several weeks.
That depends on your diagnosis, activity, and follow-through with rehab. Stronger hips and quads, plus smart loading, often keep symptoms quieter for the long term.
Some mechanical problems respond best to surgery, but many cases improve and stay manageable with progressive rehab and, when needed, injections.
Simple steps help: activity pacing, basic strength and mobility work, and applying ice after harder sessions. If severe pain persists or limits you, get a professional evaluation.
