Assessment
Assessment may involve the history of the complaint, joint range of motion, strength, functional tasks and appropriate special tests. The clinician will explain the findings and whether further investigations are needed.
Peak Physiotherapy · St Albans
Knee and shoulder rehabilitation
Assessment and progressive support for joint pain, weakness and restricted movement.
Individual care · St Albans
Knee and shoulder rehabilitation
Knee and shoulder complaints may develop after an injury, during sport, after surgery or gradually over time. Treatment begins with understanding which movements and activities are limited, then identifying appropriate rehabilitation priorities.
Every patient is different. We consider your symptoms, health history, movement and what you need to return to, rather than applying a standard treatment routine.
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Common presentations
What we can assess
The following examples illustrate the kinds of problems commonly discussed in this service. Your practitioner will confirm suitability at assessment.
- Knee pain, meniscus-related presentations and patellofemoral pain
- Shoulder pain, rotator cuff-related symptoms and movement restriction
- Return to lifting, exercise and sport after joint injury
This information is general and is not a diagnosis. Urgent or worrying symptoms should be assessed through an appropriate medical service.
What to expect
From first assessment to rehabilitation.
Treatment and advice
An individual programme may include strengthening, movement retraining, education, modification of aggravating tasks and review against functional goals.
Review and progression
Monitor response, adapt exercise and activity, and review progress towards goals that are realistic for your individual situation.
Patient questions
Questions before booking?
Do I need surgery for a meniscus or rotator cuff problem?
Many factors determine treatment choices. Your clinician can assess your presentation and discuss whether further medical or surgical opinion is appropriate.
Can I still go to the gym?
Activity can often be adapted, depending on symptoms and the assessment findings.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Please bring any relevant referral letters, medical reports or scan results you already have, and wear clothing suitable for examining the affected area.
Your next step
Move towards your goals.
Arrange an assessment and discuss an individual treatment direction.