Physiotherapy for Knee Pain in Glasgow

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From runner’s knee to arthritic knees, from post-meniscus repair to general anterior knee pain, physiotherapy is one of the first-line treatments recommended by NICE and the NHS for most knee conditions. The knee is heavily dependent on the strength and control of the muscles around it, which is why exercise-based rehab is so consistently effective.

Our physiotherapists treat knees across the spectrum: active runners, gym-goers and team-sport players with overuse and acute injuries; older adults managing arthritic knees; and patients in the recovery phase after knee surgery.

Common Symptoms We See

Knee pain shows up in many ways. Patients commonly come to us describing:

  • Pain at the front of the knee, particularly going down stairs or up hills
  • Pain on the inside or outside of the knee with running or walking
  • Swelling after activity
  • A ‘giving way’ or instability feeling
  • Clicking, catching, or locking sensations
  • Stiffness after sitting for long periods
  • Knee pain that’s started since a specific injury or twist
  • Pain that began after starting a new training programme

What We'll Assess

Knee assessment covers the knee’s mobility and stability, the strength of the muscles that control the knee (quads, hamstrings, calves and importantly the hips and glutes), your walking and squatting mechanics, your training and activity load if relevant, and the contribution of the hip and foot to knee mechanics.

How We Treat It

Treatment for most knee conditions combines manual therapy where appropriate to ease stiffness and improve joint movement, with a strong emphasis on progressive strengthening of the quadriceps, glutes and calves –
the engine that controls and protects the knee.

We’ll also address gait retraining if your walking or running mechanics need work, and use soft tissue techniques for tight muscle groups that are loading the knee unhelpfully. For overuse and tendon-related knee pain, laser therapy may form part of the plan. Most importantly, we’ll set up a clear return-to-activity plan so you know exactly what good progress looks like.

New Patient Introductory Offer

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Includes:

Consultation, Exam & Treatment

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Hours of Operation

Mon: 8.30am - 6.00pm
Tue: 8.30am - 6.00pm
Wed: 2.00pm - 7.00pm
Thu: 8.30am - 6.00pm
Fri: 8.30am - 1.00pm
​​Sat: Closed​
Sun: Closed

Typical Recovery Timeline

Most knee conditions show meaningful improvement within 4 to 8 weeks of consistent treatment and home exercise. Returning to sport after a significant injury may take 12 to 16 weeks. Post-surgical knees follow the surgeon’s protocol – typically 12 weeks for meniscus repair, 9 to 12 months for ACL reconstruction.

What You Can Do Right Now

Keep the knee moving – gentle range-of-motion is almost always helpful. Avoid prolonged sitting where possible (especially in deep flexion). If a specific activity (running, cycling, stairs) is making things worse, reduce the volume rather than stopping altogether unless your physiotherapist advises otherwise. Strength training, when done right, is one of the most reliable treatments for chronic knee pain.
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Did You Know?

Almost 90% of patients were satisfied with their physiotherapy consultation, and 90.9% felt the consultation met their expectations. *
*Dani & Dave, Patients’ Ideas, Concerns, Expectations in Physiotherapy: A Questionnaire Study (2026)

Important

Seek medical attention promptly if your knee is
significantly swollen and hot to touch with fever, if it has ‘locked’ and you cannot fully straighten it, or if you cannot bear weight following a significant injury. These may need imaging or surgical opinion before physiotherapy.