Knee pain

How To Put An End To Your Knee Pain, Get Stronger & Stay Active—WITHOUT Risking Surgery, Relying On Pain Pills, Or Being Told To “Just Rest”
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Are you dealing with stubborn knee pain that flares up when squatting, going up or down stairs, or standing after sitting too long? Does it stop you from training, moving, or living the way you want to?
If so, you’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to stay that way.
Maybe you’ve been told:

• “It’s just wear and tear.”
• “You’re getting older, it’s normal.”
• “Take a break from lifting or running.”
• “Try these pills and rest for a few weeks.”

But now it’s been months—and the pain is still there. Maybe worse.
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At Orthostrength Physical Therapy, we hear this all the time. In fact, knee pain is one of the most common issues we treat in Union County—especially in active adults, athletes, and lifters who’ve been told to stop doing what they love.

When It Comes To Knee Pain, Everyone Wants To Know:​

• Why is this happening to me?
• Why did it come back after I thought it was gone?
• Why hasn’t rest, ice, or foam rolling helped?
• Will I ever squat, run, or train again without pain?

Most people assume knee pain will go away on its own. But when you wait too long—or only treat the symptoms—you end up with a bigger problem later on. And unfortunately, the traditional healthcare system often leads people to rest too much, rely on medications, or delay proper rehab.

Is This What’s Happening To You?

• You thought the pain would go away with rest—but it didn’t.
• Your doctor gave you painkillers or recommended an MRI, but nothing changed.
• You’ve been told “knee pain is just part of getting older.”
• You’ve seen other PTs, chiropractors, or tried random YouTube exercises—but got minimal results.
• You stopped squatting, running, or training altogether—only to feel weaker and more frustrated.
• You’re tired of doing “basic” PT exercises that don’t challenge you or fit your goals.

If any of that sounds familiar, we want you to know there is a better way—and you're closer to the solution than you think.

What Makes Our Knee Pain Rehab Different at Orthostrength?

We don’t just “treat knees.”
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We assess how your entire body moves—your hips, ankles, core, and movement patterns—to find the real cause of your pain and fix it at the source.
Common diagnoses we successfully treat include:

• Meniscus tears (surgical and non-surgical)
• Patellofemoral pain syndrome
• Patellar tendinopathy (“jumper’s knee”)
• Hamstring and quad strains
• IT band irritation
• Ligament sprains (ACL, MCL, etc.)
• Osgood-Schlatter’s (especially in teens and youth athletes)

But no matter the label, our goal is always the same:
Help you move better, train harder, and return to doing what you love—without pain or fear of reinjury.

Here’s What We Can Do For You At Orthostrength Physical Therapy in Union County

​✅ Quickly reduce pain and stiffness—often in just a few sessions
✅ Identify the true cause of your knee pain—often within your first visit
✅ Build a custom plan that fits your sport, lifestyle, and goals
✅ Teach you how to move with confidence again—no more second-guessing every step, lift, or run
✅ Provide strength and mobility progressions that challenge you (not just band walks and clamshells)
✅ Help you avoid unnecessary injections, surgeries, or years of dealing with the same pain
✅ Get you back to squatting, sprinting, hiking, or competing—without being told to "just rest"

You Don’t Have To Settle For Pain, Pills, Or Time Off From The Gym.
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If you're ready to finally get answers—and a plan that’s built for you, not just your diagnosis—book your consult call today. Let’s rebuild your knee, your confidence, and your performance.
📍 Serving athletes and active adults across Union County including Cranford, Westfield, Clark, Scotch Plains, Garwood, and surrounding towns.