If you have knee pain, the discomfort can prevent you from participating in certain activities and impact your quality of life. At Lone Tree Wellness in Lone Tree, CO, we provide chiropractic treatments and therapies to alleviate your pain and help you heal. Before you visit us, learn more about the causes and symptoms of knee pain below:
Understanding Knee Pain
Knee pain is common and affects people of all ages. Our knees help us with movement and support the spine. Not only that, but the knee is an important joint that bears a lot of stress due to daily activities. It includes the tibia, femur, patella, cartilage that acts as a shock absorber, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. When inflammation, injury, or disease affects any of these components, you will experience pain that can indicate other health problems. It is important to seek treatment if you are experience discomfort to prevent further complications.
Symptoms of Knee Pain
Knee pain can produce a variety of symptoms. Some of these symptoms include:
- Swelling
- Stiffness
- Redness and warmth
- Weakness
- Tenderness
- Popping or grinding sounds
- Locking up of the joint
- Decreased range of motion
- Inability to straighten your knee
Causes of Knee Pain
Knee pain can occur due to various factors. Some common causes of knee pain include the following:
- Knee bursitis
- Dislocated kneecap
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Inflammation
- Autoimmune diseases
- Spine and nerve injuries
- Scarring
- Torn meniscus
- Weakened or damaged cartilage, tendons, or ligaments
Chiropractic Care for Knee Pain
Chiropractic care is an all-natural and non-invasive treatment for knee pain. Some treatments we utilize for knee pain include:
- Electric Muscle Stimulation, also known as E-Stim
- Spinal Decompression
- Myofascial Release Therapy
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Ultrasound Therapy
- Massage Therapy
- Stretching and Strengthening Exercises
- Heat and Cold Therapy
- Chiropractic Adjustment
- Extremity Alignment
- Cold Laser Therapy
- Nutritional and Lifestyle Counseling
Contact us for an Appointment Today
At Lone Tree Wellness in Lone Tree, CO, we understand how knee pain and leg pain can negatively affect your life. Our chiropractor, Dr. Greg Justice, offers a variety of chiropractic treatments to reduce your discomfort and improve your overall health. To learn more about our treatments or to schedule your appointment, contact us at (720) 576-1236 today.
