How Chiropractic Care Can Treat Runner's Knee

Are you a runner struggling with knee pain? Have you tried various treatments but nothing seems to work? Perhaps it's time to consider chiropractic care as a solution for your runner's knee. While traditional treatments such as rest or icing may provide temporary relief, they often fail to address the underlying issues.

Signs of Runner's Knee

Runner's knee, also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), refers to a condition causing pain around the kneecap (patella) and the front of the knee. It's a common injury among runners, although it can affect individuals engaged in various activities that involve knee movement. Patellofemoral pain syndrome occurs when the natural alignment of the knee is disturbed, causing the kneecap to rub or grind against the femur bone.

Runner's knee can happen with other activities, such as walking, cycling, or jumping.

Signs and symptoms of runner's knee may include:

• Pain around the Kneecap: You might feel pain around or behind the kneecap, particularly when squatting, walking, running, or going up or down stairs.
• Pain During Activities: Pain might start during or after activities, especially when bending the knee, kneeling, or sitting for extended periods with the knee bent.
• Popping or Grinding Sensation: Some individuals experience a popping or grinding sensation when moving the knee.
• Swelling: Swelling around the knee area might occur, especially after physical activities.
• Weakness or Instability: The knee might feel weak or unstable, affecting movement and stability.

If you suspect you may have runner's knee, consider consulting with a medical professional and a chiropractor to alleviate and cure your symptoms.

The Power of Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care is a great way to treat runner's knee and other musculoskeletal issues. By realigning the bones, muscles, and ligaments in the body, chiropractors can effectively reduce pain and promote healing.

• Pain Alleviation: Chiropractic care can help to reduce knee pain associated with runner's knee by relieving tension in the muscles and joints. Chiropractors use manual manipulation techniques to target areas around the knee that are causing pain, such as the hip or lower back. This type of therapy helps to reduce inflammation and improves range of motion, which can help alleviate symptoms.
• Finding the Root Cause: Chiropractic care can help identify any misalignments or imbalances in the musculoskeletal system that may be contributing to runner's knee.
• Preventative Care: Chiropractic care can help with preventative care for runner's knee by providing proper alignment and balance to the musculoskeletal system, which can reduce the risk of developing further knee pain and injuries.

Chiropractic care can be especially beneficial to individuals with runner's knee due to the variety of treatments available. Manual manipulation and mobilization techniques, such as soft tissue therapy and joint mobilization, can help reduce inflammation and improve the range of motion. Additionally, chiropractors may suggest targeted exercises to strengthen the muscles around the kneecap and improve alignment.

Our Expert Sports Injury Chiropractic Care

Whether you enjoy sports recreationally or participate competitively, Sabet Chiropractic is here to help you overcome the obstacles that come with runner's knee and get you back to your prime performance.

Here's what you can expect when seeking treatment with us.

Individualized Treatment Plans

Each athlete is unique. At Sabet Chiropractic, our experienced chiropractors provide personalized treatment plans based on your individual goals and needs. After performing a thorough evaluation, we will develop a customized plan to help alleviate pain and improve mobility.

Chiropractic Adjustments

Chiropractic adjustments are an effective way to treat runner's knee and other musculoskeletal issues. Adjustments help to correct misalignments in the body. During these treatments, our chiropractors will use manual manipulation techniques to realign joints and promote healing.

Rehabilitation

Our team of chiropractors will work closely with you during your recovery, utilizing a tailored combination of treatments, like massage therapy and physiotherapy, to ensure you regain your strength.

Education

Education is a key aspect of prevention. During your treatment, we'll give you advice on proper training techniques, stretching routines, and dietary recommendations. Through these methods, we'll help you get back to your peak performance as an athlete.

Why Choose Sabet Chiropractic?

At Sabet Chiropractic, we are dedicated to providing personalized care and evidence-based treatments for every patient. Our team of experienced chiropractors specializes in treating runner's knee and other sports-related injuries.

Don't let your injury keep you from your goals. Contact Sabet Chiropractic today to connect with your professional chiropractors.