Skip to content
Call
Call to Schedule (719) 694-8342

Lower ExtremityIn Colorado Springs

The lower extremity consists of the knee, foot, and ankle and includes all of the joints, muscles and tendons of the thigh and lower leg.

We focus on normalizing the mobility of all these structures with gentle, yet powerful manual physical therapy techniques.

Knee Pain

At Manual Edge, we treat patients with all types of knee injuries, conditions, and pain. Our patients most commonly see us for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries and total knee replacements.

Research shows that 11% of all sprains or strains evaluated by physicians occur at the knee, and greater than half of all joint replacements are total knee arthroplasties. Clearly, the knee is an important joint that bears a lot of stress and forces over the years. Knee pain can cause walking to be uncomfortable or even unbearable, and untreated knee problems can create secondary injuries at other joints including the low back, hips, and ankles. Athletes often struggle with ACL or meniscus tears, as well as patellar tendonitis. Physical therapists can provide a non-invasive treatment of knee pain, as well as help patients prepare and recover from a surgical procedure on their knee.

Foot Pain

Whether you're on your feet all day at work, training for an upcoming athletic event, or just relaxing with your family on a Sunday, foot pain can be crippling.

Manual Edge therapists provide excellent medical care for a variety of foot and leg issues like bursitis, heel pain, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendon injuries, bunions, ankle sprains, and athletic injuries.

After evaluating your pain, a specialist at Manual Edge will work with you to formulate a plan to alleviate your pain, restore function, and reduce the risk of future injuries.

Request an Appointment

The Manual Edge Difference

Private Rooms & Expert Physical Therapists

Experience open communication and confidence with a private room and your expert Physical Therapist’s full attention for every visit. You won’t find PT assistants here!

Be Known - Not Just a Number

No two patients are alike—and neither is their care.

Hands-On, Collaborative Care

With Manual Therapy, we can isolate problem areas to restore mobility and pain-free function. Ongoing in-house training and consultation ensure cutting-edge treatment backed by a team of experts.

Lower Extremity Treatment Locations

Colorado Springs

6189 Lehman Drive
#202
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
View Location

Monument

1840 Woodmoor Drive
106
Monument, CO 80132
View Location
See all Locations

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A physical therapy visit lasts about 45-55 minutes. The actual contents of the visit vary based on your diagnosis/need, but typically what happens is:

    1. You check in with the receptionist, make any appointments necessary, and we discuss your health insurance benefits with you.
    2. A staff member takes you to a private treatment room. You can change clothes if you need to, and then your therapist joins you to begin therapy.
    3. Your therapist uses hands-on manual therapy techniques to decrease pain and improve range-of motion and flexibility.
    4. You perform 6-8 various exercises and stretches with the guidance of your therapist. These can include therapeutic band exercises, light body weight exercises, or minimal weights. The stretches will promote strength, stability, improved range of motion, and pain relief.
    5. We can initiate other techniques to include manual work, taping, cupping, neurostim, biofeedback, laser, and dry needling as needed.
    6. Your therapist makes recommendations based on your progress. These can include altering the frequency of visits, making additions/alterations to your home exercise plan, or things to do before your next visit.

  • We recommend budgeting 45-55 minutes for a typical therapy session. We also recommend showing up about 30 minutes early to your first visit. This way, you can complete the paperwork before your visit time and streamline the process.

  • If we are asking you to do something that is hurting too much, let us know! Physical therapy should not be severely painful. It is not common to be so sore that patients are in pain or it affects their daily life. If this ever happens during or after an appointment, let us know and we will adapt your program.

  • During your initial evaluation, your therapist may ask you a number of questions to determine what the cause of your pain is. This can include questions about your sleep habits, activity level, and work environment. They will also ask for a medical history, and then typically ask direct questions about where and when you experience pain.

Have more questions? Contact Us

Ready to reclaim your life? Manual Edge is here to help.

Request an Appointment
Find a Location