Physical Therapy for Knee Parlin, NJ

Who said that physical therapy was just for sports injuries? Not us! While many people are under the misconception that physical therapy is only for rehabilitation of acute injuries, our services at Twin Boro Physical Therapy span conditions ranging from neurological diseases to balance control. Residents who are interested in how our services may help them should visit Twin Boro Physical Therapy in Parlin for a free consultation.

For over 40 years, Twin Boro Physical Therapy has offered high quality rehabilitation services to the New Jersey community. With over 27 locations across 16 counties, we are the largest private physical therapy network in the state. Not only do many of our expert physical therapists, hand therapists, and occupational therapists have over 25 years of experience, but our experts are dedicated to learning the latest scientific research and evidence-based care. As rehabilitation science continues to grow and develop, we are committed to growing with it.

At Twin Boro Physical Therapy, residents have access to state-of-the-art equipment and rehabilitation services. Each patient will have a curated rehabilitation plan best suited for them to ensure they are on the path to achieving the best results as effectively and efficiently as possible.

Exercises to Help Knee Tendonitis

If you are experiencing symptoms of knee tendonitis, a trained physical therapist at Twin Boro Physical Therapy can help curate an exercise and rehabilitation plan specifically geared for your condition and symptoms. However, while physical therapy is the most efficient and effective path to recovery, at-home exercises can help to alleviate symptoms and “bridge the gap” between physical therapy sessions.

Here are three of our favorite at-home exercises. When choosing an exercise, it is important to start slowly and monitor how your body feels. You should not feel pain, and it is best to ease out of the exercise if you are experiencing continual discomfort.

Straight Leg Front Raises

1. To begin this exercise, lie on your back with your non-injured knee bent and your foot flat on the floor. The injured leg should remain straight.
2. Tighten the thigh muscles in the injured leg so that the back of your knee presses firmly into the floor.
3. Lift the straight leg into the air about 1 foot, engaging the thigh muscles.
4. Hold the leg here for 5-10 seconds, then lower gently.
5. Repeat 10-15 times.

Towel Press

1. Lie on your back and bend both knees over a foam roll or rolled towel.
2. Straighten the injured leg, lifting the heels off of the ground and pressing the back of the knee into the foam roll of towel.
3. Hold the leg straight for 5-10 seconds, then slowly lower the heel back to the ground.
4. Repeat 10-15 times.

Half-Squat Hold

1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your feet turned outwards at a 45 degree angle.
2. Tighten your glute muscles and slowly bend the knees about half of the way to a 90-degree squat. Make sure to keep your back straight and don’t let the knees go over the toes.
3. Hold here for 10-15 seconds then slowly straighten the legs.
4. Repeat 5-10 times.

Let’s Get Started!

Having daily knee pain can quickly lower your quality of life, so it is important to make the needed adjustments to alleviate your symptoms and improve daily movement. If you live or work in Parlin and are ready to get started, make your first appointment with experts at Twin Boro Physical Therapy in Parlin. We can be reached by calling 732.943.1558 or visiting our website.