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Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center
Chiropractor located in Lynnwood, WA
Knee pain can make daily activities like climbing the stairs and getting up from your desk chair difficult. But you don’t have to live with your pain or rely on pain medication to get through the day. Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center, takes an integrative and conservative approach to knee pain. The experienced chiropractors create personalized treatment plans for knee pain that may include adjustments, spinal therapy manipulation, or rehabilitative exercise. To learn more, call the office in Lynnwood, Washington, or book an appointment through the website scheduling tool.
Knee Pain Q & A
What causes knee pain?
Your knees are large and complex joints that help you walk, climb, and bend. Unfortunately, the structure and function of your knees make these joints vulnerable to painful injury and disease.
There are many conditions that may lead to knee pain, including acute injuries following an auto accident or a chronic condition like osteoarthritis.
Common causes of knee pain include:
- Strains and sprains
- Bursitis
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury
- Torn meniscus
- Tendonitis
- Arthritis
- Poor posture or body alignment
- Problems with your hips or feet
You may be at risk of developing knee pain if you have a history of knee injuries.
When should I seek help for my knee pain?
Though you can develop knee pain due to many causes, you shouldn’t ignore your symptoms. Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center specializes in the treatment of knee pain caused by sports injuries, auto injuries, and osteoarthritis.
You should seek help for your knee pain if it occurs after an acute injury or your pain is severe. The chiropractors at Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center also recommend scheduling an evaluation if your knee pain worsens over time or affects your day-to-day activities.
What happens during a knee pain evaluation?
When you visit Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center for a knee pain evaluation, you can expect an in-depth clinical exam focused on finding the root cause of your pain.
During your evaluation, your chiropractor reviews your symptoms, medical and family history, and performs a physical exam. They may also request X-rays to evaluate the structure of your knees and confirm or rule out a suspected diagnosis.
For your convenience, Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center has an in-house X-ray machine.
How is knee pain treated?
Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center takes an integrative and conservative approach to treating your knee pain. The goal of your treatment plan is to address the root cause of your pain so you get long-term pain relief.
Your treatment plan may include:
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Spinal manipulation therapy
- Rehabilitative exercise program
- Nutrition therapy
- Massage therapy
Your chiropractor schedules regular follow-up appointments to provide the necessary treatments and to monitor your pain and progress.
Don’t let your knee pain keep you from living your life. Call Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center or book an appointment online today.