Knee Pain Treatment
A non-surgical, drug-free approach to knee pain — EMSCULPT NEO’s Function protocol strengthens the muscles that support your knees.
Understanding the Function Protocol
Support Your Knees by Strengthening What Surrounds Them
Knee pain is often less about the joint itself and more about the muscles that support it — particularly the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. EMSCULPT NEO’s Function protocol is FDA-cleared to stimulate peripheral nerves for relief of chronic intractable pain and support muscle re-education.
Reasons to Choose It
How EMSCULPT NEO Helps Knee Pain
The knee joint has very little natural cushioning of its own — it relies almost entirely on the quads, hamstrings, and glutes around it. EMSCULPT NEO’s Function protocol rebuilds that support while easing the pain signals coming from the joint.
Tendons, Ligaments & Cartilage
When electromagnetic stimulation is applied to these tissues, it changes their electrical activity. This helps activate the cells, encouraging them to grow and produce more of the materials needed to build and repair tissue, especially collagen.
Supports Bone Health
Electromagnetic stimulation helps bones heal and grow by activating bone-building cells (osteoblasts), boosting growth factors like Bone Morphogenetic Proteins (BMPs), and improving calcium flow. It also increases blood flow to the area, which speeds up healing.
Eases Discomfort & Stiffness
With repeated use, this stimulation helps relax tight ligaments and tendons. This reduces stiffness and pain, and makes it easier to move the joints.
Non-Invasive, No Downtime
Every session is 30 minutes with no needles, anesthesia, or recovery time.
Strengthens Knee-Supporting Muscles
Targets the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes — the muscles that stabilize the knee joint and absorb impact.
Backed by Clinical Data
83% of patients reported increased range of motion and 75% reported pain reduction in clinical studies.*
Conditions we help with
What Kinds of Knee Pain Can This Help With?
Knee pain can come from several different sources. We commonly treat:
- Chronic knee pain linked to weak quad, hamstring, or glute support
- Post-surgical knee weakness
- Knee discomfort during or after exercise
- Age-related knee stiffness
- Reduced range of motion in the knee
Our Procedure
What to Anticipate at Your Appointment
Gait & Movement Assessment
We evaluate your gait, knee mechanics, and quad/hamstring strength to determine whether the Function protocol can help your knee pain.
Personalized Treatment Plan
Your provider customizes a protocol — typically 4 to 8 sessions — based on your specific condition and goals.
30-Minute Treatment Sessions
HIFEM® energy and synchronized radiofrequency stimulate and strengthen the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes that support your knee. No needles, no anesthesia, no downtime.
Progress Tracking & Follow-Up
We monitor your strength, mobility, and pain levels throughout your treatment plan and adjust as needed.
Conditions we help with
Is Knee Pain Treatment Right for You?
- Have chronic knee pain linked to weak quad, hamstring, or glute support
- Are recovering from knee surgery or injury
- Are active or athletic and want to protect your knees from overload
- Want a non-surgical option to try before injections or surgery
- Are getting older and noticing knee stiffness or weakness
Who is a candidate?
- Have chronic low back pain linked to core or glute weakness
- Are recovering from spine surgery and want to rebuild supporting muscle
- Spend long hours sitting or at a desk and notice posture-related back pain
- Want a non-surgical, non-injection option to try before more invasive treatment
- Are getting older and noticing knee stiffness or weakness
Why Patients Trust LA ViE MD
EMSCULPT NEO is backed by dozens of peer-reviewed clinical studies and cleared for both aesthetic and functional/rehabilitative use.
Every treatment plan is built around your specific gait, activity level, and knee history — not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
No needles, no surgery, no anesthesia, and no downtime — you can return to your day immediately after every session.
Our providers are trained specifically on the Function protocol for knee rehabilitation and sports recovery.
We combine EMSCULPT NEO with broader wellness guidance to support your recovery and long-term muscle health.
With offices across Danville, Los Gatos, Livermore, and Dublin, quality care is close to home.
Clinical Results
75%
of patients reported pain reduction
+52%
improvement in strength measurements
83%
reported increased range of motion
90%
reported restored muscle engagement*
80%
reported feeling less prone to injury
Frequently Asked Questions
Can stronger legs reduce knee pain?
Yes. Building strength in the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes helps stabilize the knee joint and absorb impact, often reducing pain during movement.
Why does muscle matter more than you think for healthy knees?
The knee joint has limited ability to protect against impact on its own — the surrounding muscles do most of that work.
Understanding knee pain without surgery
EMSCULPT NEO's Function protocol is a non-invasive way to build supporting muscle strength, with no needles, anesthesia, or downtime.
How can I stay active despite knee pain?
Strengthening the muscles around the knee and improving range of motion can help you stay active while managing knee pain.
Does it hurt?
No! Most patients describe the treatment as comfortable and therapeutic, with no downtime afterward.
How Long Does a Session Take?
Each session is just 30 minutes, typically performed once per week, with 4 to 8 sessions recommended for best results.
How Much Does It Cost?
Treatment costs vary based on your customized plan. Schedule a complimentary consultation to discuss financing options and monthly specials.
Find Knee Pain Treatment Near You
EMSCULPT NEO’s Function protocol is available at all four LA ViE MD locations:
Knee Pain Treatment in Danville
Knee Pain Treatment in Los Gatos
Knee Pain Treatment in Livermore
