When you’re trying to find out where your knee pain is coming from, the last place you’d probably suspect is the bottoms of your feet. Yet people with heel pain tend to adjust their gait to such an extent that they may throw their bodies out of alignment, leading to problems such as knee pain. Fortunately, there are ways to deal with both the root cause and the complications of plantar fasciitis.

As experienced athletes know, physical therapy is one of the most important weapons in every athlete’s arsenal. Not only can sports medicine physical therapy make you more competitive in general, but it’s the key to a fast, less painful recovery. Even more important than helping you dominate in your chosen sport, physical therapy is key in helping to prevent re-injury after you return to that sport.

“Why does my knee hurt when I go from sitting to standing?” It’s an all-too-common question. Some knee pain is temporary. But if you’re regularly experiencing it after transitioning from seated to standing positions, it may be time to seek medical attention. Finding the root cause of that knee pain is the key to getting you the best treatment and advice to prevent the problem from reappearing in the future.

The Surgery Center at Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center (MSMOC) has been recognized as one of the "Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers for Orthopedics & Spine" by U.S. News & World Report.