Complete Knee Physiotherapy

The Knowledge Centre

Welcome to the Complete Knee Physiotherapy Knowledge Centre.

Our videos, articles and weekly emails are all designed to provide clear, evidence-based information without unnecessary jargon.

Everything here — videos, articles and my weekly email — is written and presented by Chartered Physiotherapist Kirsty Harris, based on current physiotherapy evidence and over 20 years of clinical experience helping people with persistent knee pain.

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What Does a Meniscus Tear Actually Mean? Understanding Meniscus Tears

By Kirsty Harris, Chartered Physiotherapist

Published August 2026

If you've been told you've got a meniscus tear, or you're waiting on MRI results, it's completely normal to feel confused about what it actually means — and whether you'll need surgery.

In this article, Kirsty explains what the meniscus does, the different types of tears, why the location of a tear matters so much for healing, and how rehab can help, even when surgery isn't the right path.

Why Does Your Knee Hurt? Understanding Knee Pain

By Kirsty Harris, Chartered Physiotherapist

Published July 2026

If your knee still hurts and you're not sure why, you're not alone. Many of us assume more pain means more damage — but modern pain science tells a different story.

In this article, Kirsty explains what your scan results really do (and don't) tell you, why "hurt doesn't always mean harm," and why understanding your pain is often the first real step toward feeling confident again.

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