The knee bears stress from activities such as walking, jumping, lifting, aerobics, and jogging. The knee joint can move forward or backwards and rotate or twist. As humans are encouraged to work and remain active, the knees will wear down and sustain injuries from time to time.

The knee is the most injured joint in the body. It comprises connective tissues that allow you to walk and bend your leg. In this case, pain in the knee indicates that something is wrong and you need professional help. The pain may result from damage to the tissues or more severe conditions. Some of the common causes of knee pain include:

Knee injury

Knee injuries can occur during sports, walking, or after a car accident. Since the knee is made up of various parts, you may experience different types of knee injuries, such as:

Medical conditions

Some medical conditions, such as arthritis, can also cause knee pain. Pain occurs when medical conditions degrade the cartilaginous cushion between the lower and upper leg and the bones. Obesity and lifestyle can also contribute to the degradation of the knee joint.

Referred pain

Referred pain involves pain or injury caused by other parts of the body. Knee pain can result from dysfunction of the surrounding joints of the hip and pelvis. Compression of nerves in the lower back can also cause knee pain. A good way to deal with knee pain is by visiting a chiropractor.

How a chiropractor can help to address knee pain

The main goal of chiropractic care is to reduce inflammation and eliminate pain. Due to this, our chiropractors will start by performing an assessment. This will help them to create a personalized treatment plan to address the root cause of your pain. They may recommend Electrical Muscle Stimulation or ice and hot packs to reduce swelling. Besides, they may suggest ultrasound, laser therapy, and deep tissue massage to promote soft tissue healing.