Knee Pain & Runner’s Knee Treatment in Somersham, Near Huntingdon
Knee pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints and can affect people of all ages – from teenage athletes to older adults with osteoarthritis. At Harding Physiotherapy in Somersham, we treat a wide range of knee conditions using evidence-based physiotherapy and sports therapy, following NICE CKS guidelines. We serve patients from Huntingdon, St Ives, Ramsey, Chatteris, Warboys, Willingham, Earith and Bluntisham.
Common Knee Conditions We Treat
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) / Runner’s Knee
Pain around or behind the kneecap, often worsened by running, stairs, squatting or prolonged sitting. Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) can also be related.
Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper’s Knee)
Tendon pain below the kneecap, common in jumping sports.
Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
Lateral knee pain common in runners.
Ligament Injuries
ACL, PCL, MCL or LCL sprains or tears.
Meniscal Injuries
Medial or lateral meniscus tears.
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative knee pain, more common in older adults.
Bursitis
Inflammation of the bursae around the knee.
Post-operative Rehabilitation
Following knee replacement, ACL reconstruction or other knee surgery.
Knee Pain Treatment Methods
Treatment at Harding Physiotherapy may include:
Manual therapy to the knee, hip and lumbar spine
Soft tissue techniques for quadriceps, hamstrings, calf and IT band
Kinesiology taping for patella tracking and pain relief
Progressive lower limb strengthening (particularly quadriceps, hip abductor and gluteal rehabilitation)
Biomechanical assessment and gait retraining for runners,
Return-to-sport programming for athletes
Knee pain or runner’s knee doesn’t have to stop your sport or daily activities. Call 01487 843844 or book at www.hardingphysiotherapy.co.uk and let our team get you back on track.
Related Conditions
Knee pain can be linked to several other conditions we treat, including hip pain, bursitis and ligament injury. If you are a runner or sportsperson, our sports massage and sports therapy services may also support your recovery.
Book Your Knee Pain Assessment
Whether you have a sports knee injury or chronic knee pain, our team in Somersham can help. We offer thorough biomechanical assessments and tailored rehabilitation programmes for all ages and activity levels.
Physiotherapy is £60–£65 per 30 minutes, with a block of 10 sessions from £510. We are recognised by AVIVA, BUPA, Vitality, WPA and Healix — please confirm your insurer’s coverage before booking.
Call 01487 843844, email info@hardingphysiotherapy.co.uk.
Harding Physiotherapy, 2 West Newlands, Somersham, Huntingdon, PE28 3EB.