knee Pain

Whether you're struggling with pain during workouts, discomfort climbing stairs, stiffness after sitting, or soreness during everyday activities, knee pain can make it difficult to stay active and enjoy life.

The knee is one of the hardest-working joints in the body, absorbing forces with every step, squat, jump, and run. When something isn't functioning properly, pain can develop and begin limiting the activities you love.

At Elevated Health Chiropractic, we focus on identifying the root cause of your knee pain and creating a personalized treatment plan to help you move with confidence again.

Knee pain can result from injuries, overuse, movement dysfunction, or age-related changes. Some of the most common conditions we see include:

Pain around or behind the kneecap, often aggravated by running, squatting, stairs, or prolonged sitting.

Overuse can irritate the tendons around the knee, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced performance.

Injuries to structures such as the MCL, LCL, ACL, or PCL can cause pain, instability, and difficulty with movement.

The meniscus acts as a shock absorber in the knee. Tears can lead to pain, swelling, clicking, or locking sensations.

Wear and tear within the knee joint can contribute to stiffness, swelling, and chronic discomfort.

Many cases of knee pain stem from poor movement patterns, muscle imbalances, or issues elsewhere in the body that increase stress on the knee.

The knee rarely works alone. It depends on proper function from the hips, ankles, and surrounding muscles to move efficiently.

Common causes of knee pain include:

• Running and repetitive impact activities 
• Sports injuries 
• Muscle weakness or imbalance 
• Poor movement mechanics 
• Limited hip or ankle mobility 
• Previous injuries 
• Sudden increases in activity 
• Age-related wear and tear 

In many cases, knee pain develops because the joint is being forced to compensate for problems elsewhere in the body.

One of the biggest misconceptions about knee pain is that the knee itself is always the source.

Restricted ankle mobility, weak hip muscles, poor squat mechanics, or altered walking and running patterns can all place excessive stress on the knee joint.

That's why our evaluation goes beyond the area that hurts. We assess how your entire body moves to uncover the underlying factors contributing to your symptoms.

By addressing the root cause—not just the painful area—we can help create lasting improvements.

Our goal is to reduce pain, restore movement, and improve the way your body functions.

Chiropractic care may help by:

• Improving knee joint mobility 
• Restoring movement in the hips, ankles, and lower back 
• Reducing muscle tension and compensation patterns 
• Improving movement mechanics 
• Enhancing strength, stability, and overall function 

When the body moves more efficiently, the knee experiences less stress and irritation.

Every treatment plan is customized based on your condition, activity level, and goals.

Your care may include:

• Chiropractic adjustments to the knee and surrounding joints 
• Soft tissue therapy to address muscle tightness and tissue restrictions 
• Corrective exercises to improve strength and stability 
• Mobility training to restore healthy movement patterns 
• Activity modifications and recovery strategies to support healing 
• Class IV laser therapy to induce deep healing

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Whether you're a runner training for your next race, an athlete trying to stay in the game, or someone who simply wants to move comfortably, we're here to help.

You should consider an evaluation if you're experiencing:

• Pain while walking, running, or exercising 
• Pain climbing stairs 
• Knee stiffness or swelling 
• Clicking, popping, or catching sensations 
• Instability or feelings of giving way 
• Difficulty squatting or kneeling 
• Recurring knee pain that keeps returning 

Addressing knee problems early can often prevent them from becoming more serious and difficult to treat.

Knee pain shouldn't keep you from exercising, playing with your kids, competing in sports, or enjoying an active lifestyle.

Whether your symptoms started suddenly or have gradually developed over time, we can help identify the cause and create a plan to get you moving better again.

Let's find the source of your knee pain and help you return to the activities that matter most.

👉Schedule an appointment today and take the first step toward lasting knee pain relief