Do you struggle with chronic pain? Studies show nearly 25.3 million adults suffer from pain every day, and that it is the reason so many turn to alternatives such as yoga, massage, and meditation. However, far too often, medication, knee injections, and knee replacement surgery are the go-to treatments for chronic knee pain. But did you know there are other ways to treat your knee pain that will not only help you recover but also improve your quality of life?
Take a look at these common causes of knee pain and how you can take back control of your life.
Determining the Cause of Pain
There are a few factors that can play into a patient’s cause of pain:
- Activity level
- Sport or accident history
- Family history
An understanding of your activity level will help your doctor determine which activities may be triggering the pain and how best to treat the problem without limiting your lifestyle. Sometimes an accident or sports injury in your past can flare up, causing you pain later in life. Or maybe your family has a history of osteoarthritis. With this information, your chiropractor will be able to map out a treatment plan for you.
Common Causes of Knee Pain
There are two main causes of knee pain: Acute (injury) knee pain and chronic knee pain.
Types of Acute injuries:
A meniscus injury can occur in the menisci (which are made of cartilage) when you twist your knee. Treatment of this injury can begin with R.I.C.E. (rest, ice, compress, elevate). If the pain has not gone away within a few weeks, it’s always best to consult a health professional.
A ligament injury is one of the most common causes of knee pain in acute injuries and often occurs during a sports-related accident. Ligament injuries most often happen in the ACL (anterior cruciate ligament), and the ligament becomes injured, in most cases, due to an abrupt stop and turning motion. It’s best to apply the R.I.C.E. method and see your chiropractor to determine the severity of the damage.
Types of Chronic Knee Pain
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of knee pain in patients over 65. However, osteoarthritis does not discriminate by anyone’s age. It can develop based on occupation, genetics, or activity. Symptoms of OA include joint stiffness, joint swelling, and pain or loss of mobility. Exercise, such as yoga or cycling, can help reduce the pain and keep the muscles strong.
Tendonitis is inflammation of the tendons around the knee. It often occurs when patients repeat the same motions. Use the R.I.C.E. method and stretches, and change up your routine to help treat this condition.
Bursitis in the knee can be caused by injuries or arthritis. Most commonly, though, it can become swollen from overuse and will be sore for a few days. Rest and ice are the best things to help get it back to normal, but if it persists, don’t hesitate to visit the doctor.
Non-surgical, Drug-free Treatments
While medical doctors are in a rush to prescribe painkillers or surgery, we believe not every injury needs to be fixed with a scalpel or drug. Our Busch Stem Cell Stimulation Protocol(TM) has helped thousands of patients suffering from chronic knee pain conditions, including:
- Arthritis
- Cartilage Damage
- Wear & Tear
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Joint Pain
- and more
At Busch Chiropractic in Fort Wayne, IN, we’re dedicated to helping you live a better, pain-free life through non-surgical, drug-free treatments. Contact us so we can help you today!
