KNEE PAIN
UNDERSTANDING KNEE PAIN:
SYMPTOMS, OSTEOPATHIC TREATMENTS & MORE
At Nextgen Osteopathy, we understand the debilitating effects that knee pain can have on your daily life and mobility. Whether you’re experiencing discomfort due to injury, arthritis, or overuse, we’re here to provide compassionate care and effective osteopathic treatments to help you find relief and regain function in your knees.
SYMPTOMS OF KNEE PAIN
CAUSES OF KNEE PAIN:
Knee pain can present in various ways, including:
- Pain: Dull, aching pain or sharp, stabbing sensations in and around the knee joint.
- Swelling: Inflammation and swelling, often accompanied by warmth and redness.
- Stiffness: Difficulty bending or straightening the knee, especially after periods of rest.
- Instability: Feeling of weakness or unsteadiness in the knee, sometimes leading to buckling or giving way.
Common causes pain in the knee include:
- Osteoarthritis: Degeneration of the cartilage in the knee joint, leading to pain and stiffness.
- Muscle Imbalances: Weakness or tightness in the muscles surrounding the knee can contribute to pain and instability.
- Injury: Trauma from sports, accidents, or overuse can result in ligament sprains, meniscus tears, or other injuries.
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: Pain around the kneecap due to abnormal tracking or alignment of the patella.
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS): Inflammation of the IT band, a thick band of tissue that runs along the outside of the thigh, can cause pain on the outer side of the knee.
OSTEOPATHIC KNEE TREATMENT OPTIONS:
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH:
At Nextgen Osteopathy, we offer personalized osteopathic treatment options to address knee issues effectively:
- Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT): Gentle hands-on techniques to improve knee joint mobility, relieve muscle tension, and restore balance and alignment.
- Soft Tissue Mobilization: Manual therapy techniques to release tight muscles and fascia, reducing pressure on the knee joint.
- Joint Mobilization: Gentle manipulation of the knee joint to improve range of motion and reduce stiffness.
- Exercise Therapy: Customized stretching and strengthening exercises to improve knee stability, mobility, and function.
- Postural Correction: Addressing underlying postural imbalances to reduce stress on the knees and prevent future injuries.
Don’t let your knees limit your activities. Contact Nextgen Osteopathy today to schedule a consultation and let us help you find relief and improve your knee health.
