If you have had a knee injury and have the following symptoms, it is advisable to seek an assessment by a doctor or physiotherapist. 

• Inability to weight bear on your knee or a feeling that it will give way when you stand
• Significant knee swelling
• Inability to fully extend (straighten) or flex (bend) your knee
• Visible deformity of your leg or knee
• Fever, redness, pain and swelling in the knee

How long a sports injury takes to recover depends on the type and severity of injury, your general health and fitness, and the types of sports you play. For the best outcome, it is important to follow the RICE principle (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) immediately after the injury, and then seek the advice of a doctor or physiotherapist for a full assessment and rehabilitation program.

Types of common knee injuries include joint or ligament sprains, muscle strains, bursitis, dislocations (e.g. of the knee cap, called the patella), fractures (broken bones), meniscus tears, and overuse injuries.

In Australia, a referral is not required to be able to see an allied health professional such as a physiotherapist, although it is often helpful for you to bring as much information about your health history as well as any specific medical or surgical details that relate to your reason for seeing a physiotherapist. There are a few exceptions to this, where you will need to obtain a referral from your GP prior to attending our clinic. This includes: 

• Workers Compensation Claims 
• CTP (Third Party) Road Accident Claims
• Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) Claims
• Medicare Claims (e.g. Chronic Disease Management referral)