Knee pain is very common and can be a result of many causes such as injury or underlying medical conditions. A thorough examination will usually determine the cause of the knee pain. Some medical conditions that causes knee pain are; gout, bursitis, arthritis, tendinitis or even infection in the joints.
There are many different options for treating knee pain and the treatment provided will depend on the diagnosis and severity of the injury or medical condition. Treatment can take the form of custom orthotics, orthopedic shoes, knee brace, physiotherapy, massage, chiropractic treatment, icing, heat or even surgery.
Our chiropractic doctors will guide you in the best form of treatment for your knee condition. Most of the time they are able to provide effective service and treatment, but there are times when you may be referred elsewhere if surgery is required.
Knee pain is very common and can be a result of many causes such as injury or underlying medical conditions. A thorough examination will usually determine the cause of the knee pain. Some medical conditions that causes knee pain are; gout, bursitis, arthritis, tendinitis or even infection in the joints.
There are many different options for treating knee pain and the treatment provided will depend on the diagnosis and severity of the injury or medical condition. Treatment can take the form of custom orthotics, orthopedic shoes, knee brace, physiotherapy, massage, chiropractic treatment, icing, heat or even surgery.
Our chiropractic doctors will guide you in the best form of treatment for your knee condition. Most of the time they are able to provide effective service and treatment, but there are times when you may be referred elsewhere if surgery is required.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is pain in the front of the knee. It frequently occurs in teenagers, manual laborers, and athletes. It sometimes is caused by wearing down, roughening, or softening of the cartilage under the kneecap. Patellofemoral pain syndrome may be caused by overuse, injury, excess weight, a kneecap that is not properly aligned (patellar tracking disorder), or changes under the kneecap.
The main symptom of patellofemoral pain syndrome is knee pain, especially when you are sitting with bent knees, squatting, jumping, or using the stairs (especially going down stairs). You may also experience occasional knee buckling, in which the knee suddenly and unexpectedly gives way and does not support your body weight. It is also common to have a catching, popping, or grinding sensation when you are walking or when you are moving your knee.
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a form of arthritis that features the breakdown and eventual loss of the cartilage of one or more joints. Cartilage is a protein substance that serves as a “cushion” between the bones of the joints. Among the over 100 different types of arthritis conditions, osteoarthritis is the most common. Osteoarthritis occurs more frequently as we age. Before age 45, osteoarthritis occurs more frequently in males. After 55 years of age, it occurs more frequently in females. Osteoarthritis is abbreviated as OA or referred to as degenerative joint disease (DJD).
Osteoarthritis commonly affects the hands, feet, spine, and large weight-bearing joints, such as the hips and knees. Osteoarthritis usually has no known cause and is referred to as primary osteoarthritis. When the cause of the osteoarthritis is known, the condition is referred to as secondary osteoarthritis.
The most common symptoms are joint pain and stiffness. Initially, symptoms may occur only following exercise, but over time may become constant. Other symptoms may include joint swelling, decreased range of motion, and when the back is affected weakness or numbness of the arms and legs. The most commonly involved joints are those near the ends of the fingers, at the base of the thumb, neck, lower back, knees, and hips. Joints on one side of the body are often more affected than those on the other. Usually the problems come on over years. It can affect work and normal daily activities. Unlike other types of arthritis, only the joints are typically affected.
Treatments we provide
- Custom Orthotics to ensure proper knee alignment
- Hot or cold packs.
- Physical therapy exercises
- Brace to stabilize the kneecap and or to offload pressure from the knee