Knee pain is a common complaint among adults. It can have many different causes and present in a number of ways.  

The good news is most knee pain responds very well to exercises, which strengthen and stretch the joint. By strengthening these muscles you will not only lessen the pain but also protect the knee from further injury. 

It is important to see your GP if:

• Your knee pain came on following a fall or trauma.
• You are unable to weight bear through your affected leg.
• Your knee is hot, red and swollen as this may be a sign of infection.
• If your knee is swollen and stiff.

 

We have created this leaflet to help with easing knee pain, please click the image (left) or the link below to download, save or print our leaflet.

 0497 - Knee Exercises - Feb 2023

Our playlist of videos below demonstrates the exercises that will help you manage your knee pain. The playlist below contains nine exercises.

Please watch the introductory animation at the beginning of the playlist before you start. 

Please click on the arrow below to see the full playlist. 

• Aim for 5-8 repetitions of each exercise initially.
• However, you may need to start with fewer as comfort allows and gradually build
  up as able.
  
  

Over 50?

The knee is one of the joints most commonly affected by osteoarthritis (age related joint changes) and the most common reason for knee pain if you are over the age of 50. Click here to find out more.

Versus Arthritis also provide very helpful information on managing knee pain

Need more help? Consider self referring using the link below:

If you have a new injury or problem, please look at the self help information in our advice pages. We will often complete the same exercises and share the same information in clinic appointments.

If you still need more help you can self refer into our service. Please note that the NHS is currently experiencing longer than normal waits, for more information visit our waiting times page