A common complaint for patients of all ages, knee and joint pain can have a range of causes. From injuries including ruptured ligaments or torn cartilage to medical conditions – like arthritis, gout, and infections – pain in the knee is a sign that you need to see a doctor, get to the root of the cause, and explore the best treatment options for a full recovery in Fayetteville.
HOW DOES KNEE AND JOINT PAIN FEEL?
Symptoms of Knee & Joint Pain
Swelling, popping or clicking near knee
Locked knee that’s painful to bend
Limited range of motion
Swelling or tenderness on the inside or outside of the knee
Popping and clicking near meniscus (shock absorbers between lower leg and femur)
WHAT DOES KNEE PAIN MEAN?
Common causes of Knee & Joint pain
Structural -
Structural knee injuries may require a physician’s treatment and possibly surgery. Common causes of structural knee pain are:
Muscle imbalances in the quads
Misalignment to the knee joint
Torn ligaments, cartilage or connective tissues
Tear to the meniscus
WHAT CAN A CHIROPRACTOR DO?
Alleviating Knee & Joint Pain
Extremity Adjustments
Your Fayetteville chiropractor may recommend extremity adjustments to specific parts of your knee pain in order to align your muscles and bones.
Foam Roller
Regular stretching after running, biking and exercise, especially with foam rollers, will quickly and effectively relieve pain and stop any clicking or grinding.
HOW CAN ADJUSTMENTS AND LIFESTYLE CHANGES HELP?
BENEFITS OF CHIROPRACTIC
Relieve pain
Simple exercises can make all the difference when it comes to functional need injuries and associated pain. Thrive Wellness Center can help!
Eliminate more serious causes
If you’re active and healthy, your knee pain is likely easily treatable. Don’t stress or worry that it could be a larger problem. Get checked out today.
Enhance quality of life
Get back to the sports and activities that you love with simple and effective chiropractic treatment from our Fayetteville team.
