Understanding the area
About knee
The knee works with the hip, ankle and surrounding muscles to absorb and produce force during daily activity and sport.
A knee assessment may include movement, strength, balance and the specific demands of walking, stairs, work or sport.
Knee anatomy
This part of the guide introduces important considerations related to knee anatomy. Your symptoms, health history and activity goals are individual, so a physiotherapist may assess the area and explain which information is relevant to you.
Strength and control
This part of the guide introduces important considerations related to strength and control. Your symptoms, health history and activity goals are individual, so a physiotherapist may assess the area and explain which information is relevant to you.
Walking, stairs and running
This part of the guide introduces important considerations related to walking, stairs and running. Your symptoms, health history and activity goals are individual, so a physiotherapist may assess the area and explain which information is relevant to you.
Surgical rehabilitation
This part of the guide introduces important considerations related to surgical rehabilitation. Your symptoms, health history and activity goals are individual, so a physiotherapist may assess the area and explain which information is relevant to you.
When an assessment may help
If symptoms are limiting movement, work, sleep, exercise or the activities you value, a physiotherapist can assess your individual situation and discuss appropriate next steps.
Important: This page provides general education and does not diagnose a condition or replace medical care. Seek urgent medical attention for a serious injury, severe or rapidly worsening symptoms, new weakness or numbness, or any other medical emergency.
