About Chiropractic
Knee Injuries
Besides spinal conditions, knee pain is one of the most common ailments of the musculoskeletal system. Problems with the knee may include poor mechanics or overuse of the knee joint, traumatic injuries possibly from sports or falls and problems associated with arthritic changes in the joint.
Poor mechanics of the knee is usually the most common cause of non-traumatic pain. Imbalance in other muscle groups that attach to the knee can also lead to pain and dysfunction. The main treatment for mechanical or overuse injuries to the knee is to re-establish proper balance of the muscles, restore movement to the knee cap and other joints and correct any subluxations.
When the knee is stretched or twisted beyond the strength of the ligaments that hold the joint together, tearing of these tissues can occur, causing a sprain. Traumatic knee injuries can cause severe pain and swelling and require immediate attention. The chiropractors at City Chiropractic Care are highly trained to provide the proper diagnosis and management of these problems.