Knee Pain: A Common Issue That Requires Professional Care
The Prevalence of Knee Pain
- Widespread Problem: Knee pain affects approximately 25% of adults, making it one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints.
- Variety of Causes: This condition can result from injury, overuse, arthritis, or underlying health issues, impacting individuals of all ages and activity levels.
Initial Steps: At-Home Treatments
- Rest and Ice: Resting the knee and applying ice can reduce swelling and alleviate pain.
- Over-the-Counter Pain Relief: Non-prescription pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen can help manage discomfort.
- Compression and Elevation: Using a knee brace or wrap and elevating the leg can support the healing process.
When to Seek Professional Help
- Persistent Pain: If knee pain continues despite at-home care, it’s important to consult a specialist.
- Chronic Conditions: Long-term knee pain may indicate more serious conditions such as ligament injuries, meniscus tears, or osteoarthritis.
- Loss of Mobility: Difficulty walking, bending, or straightening the knee suggests the need for professional evaluation.
Why Choose Complete Performance Chiropractic?
- Expertise in Knee Pain: Our team, led by experienced chiropractor Dr. Eric Leitman, specializes in diagnosing and treating knee pain effectively.
- Personalized Care: We tailor our treatment plans to address the specific cause of your pain, ensuring targeted and effective relief.
- Minimally Invasive Approaches: We prioritize non-surgical, minimally invasive measures that focus on relieving pain, improving mobility, and enhancing overall knee function.
Our Approach to Knee Pain Treatment
- Comprehensive Diagnosis: Using thorough assessments and state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to accurately determine the source of your knee pain.
- Customized Treatment Plans: Combining chiropractic care, physical therapy, and lifestyle recommendations to promote healing and prevent future issues.
- Ongoing Support: Providing continuous care and guidance to help you maintain optimal knee health and prevent recurrence.
Take Action Today for Knee Pain Relief
- Request an Appointment: If you’re experiencing knee pain, don’t delay. Call our office in St. Charles, Missouri, to schedule a consultation.
- Convenient Online Booking: Use our online booking feature to quickly and easily request an appointment that fits your schedule.
- Start Your Journey to Recovery: Let us help you regain your mobility, reduce pain, and improve your quality of life with professional, compassionate care.
At Complete Performance Chiropractic, we are dedicated to helping you find relief from knee pain and supporting your journey to a healthier, more active lifestyle. Reach out to us today to get started!
FAQs
Knee pain is any discomfort that affects one (or both) of your knee joints. Usually, it occurs due to general wear-and-tear, but it can also point to a more serious underlying health problem, like rheumatoid arthritis or a bone tumor.
If you’ve tried various treatments, including ice and rest, but you still can’t find relief, make an appointment with the team at Complete Performance Chiropractic right away.
At Complete Performance Chiropractic, the team treats knee pain caused by various conditions, including:
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Gout
- Baker’s cyst
- Torn meniscus
- Bone tumors
- Torn ligaments
- Dislocated joint
You might also experience knee pain if you pull a muscle or overextend a tendon.
Knee pain affects people of all backgrounds, but several factors may increase your risk, including:
- Being overweight
- Having a history of injury or trauma
- Working a physically demanding job
- Playing sports or exercising regularly
No matter the type of knee pain you experience, if it doesn’t get better, contact the team at Complete Performance Chiropractic.
To diagnose knee pain, your Complete Performance Chiropractic provider reviews your medical history and asks about your symptoms, including when they first started and if any activities like working out or sitting in a certain position make them worse.
Next, your provider conducts an exam. They gently press on your knee to find areas of swelling or tenderness and have you walk around the exam room to assess your gait and posture.
If these measures don’t provide enough information, your provider might also order X-rays, a CT scan, or an MRI. These diagnostic imaging procedures can rule out underlying issues like fractures, sprains, or inflamed tendons.
At Complete Performance Chiropractic, the team treats knee pain using holistic, minimally invasive treatments. After determining the source of your pain, they might recommend:
- Manual joint adjustments
- Sports rehabilitation
- Graston® Technique manual therapy
- Myofascial release
- E-stim
- Therapeutic ultrasound
- Intersegmental traction
- Custom orthotics
- Biofreeze® products
- Dry needling
Ultimately, the goal of treatment is to relieve the pain and restore your mobility.
To learn more about the treatment options for knee pain, make an appointment at Complete Performance Chiropractic by calling the nearest office or clicking the online booking feature today.