Knee Pain Chiropractor in Upper Darby, PA
Personalized Chiropractic Care for Knee Pain
If you’re looking for a knee pain chiropractor in Upper Darby, Everybody’s Chiropractic Center provides personalized, conservative care for patients dealing with knee pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, arthritis-related discomfort, sports injuries, work injuries, and other musculoskeletal problems involving the knee.
Knee pain can interfere with walking, climbing stairs, exercising, working, squatting, and even getting out of a chair. In some cases, symptoms begin suddenly after an injury. However, other patients develop discomfort gradually because of arthritis, repetitive stress, overuse, or changes in movement mechanics.
Led by Dr. Dan Klein, Everybody’s Chiropractic Center has served Upper Darby and surrounding Delaware County communities since 1995. With more than 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Klein has treated thousands of patients with knee pain, joint problems, sports injuries, work injuries, and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Rather than treating every knee problem the same way, we begin with a comprehensive evaluation. Then, based on your symptoms, examination findings, activity level, diagnosis, and goals, we develop an individualized treatment plan.
What Causes Knee Pain?
In addition, the knee is a complex joint made up of bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and other soft tissues. Because the knee absorbs significant forces during walking, running, lifting, sports, and everyday movement, several different conditions may cause pain.
Common causes may include:
- Knee osteoarthritis
- Meniscus injuries
- Ligament sprains
- Tendinitis
- Patellar tendinitis
- Bursitis
- Runner’s knee
- Jumper’s knee
- Iliotibial band irritation
- Muscle weakness or imbalance
- Overuse injuries
- Sports injuries
- Work-related injuries
- Auto accident injuries
- Age-related degenerative changes
Because several knee conditions can produce similar symptoms, an appropriate evaluation is important before choosing treatment. In addition, examination findings may help determine whether imaging or referral is necessary.
For more information about common knee conditions and treatment options, visit the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Common Symptoms of Knee Pain
Knee symptoms vary depending on the underlying condition. For example, some patients mainly notice discomfort with activity, while others experience stiffness or pain during everyday movement.
Common symptoms may include:
- Pain while walking
- Pain climbing or descending stairs
- Knee stiffness
- Swelling
- Clicking or popping
- Difficulty squatting
- Pain getting out of a chair
- Pain after exercise
- Reduced range of motion
- Weakness around the knee
- A feeling of instability
- Tenderness around the joint
Some symptoms develop gradually. By contrast, others begin suddenly after a fall, twist, sports injury, workplace accident, or motor vehicle collision.
Knee Arthritis and Chronic Knee Pain
Knee osteoarthritis is a common cause of persistent knee pain and stiffness. As cartilage and other joint structures change over time, everyday activities may become more uncomfortable.
Symptoms may include:
- Pain with weight-bearing
- Morning stiffness
- Difficulty with stairs
- Reduced knee movement
- Pain after prolonged activity
- Swelling or tenderness
- Difficulty getting up from a chair
Therefore, treatment depends on the severity of the condition, examination findings, activity level, and individual goals. AS a result, not every patient with knee arthritis receives the same treatment plan.
Many patients are interested in conservative options before considering more invasive procedures. Depending on your condition, we may discuss rehabilitation, exercise, movement-based care, SoftWave Therapy, or other conservative treatment options.
Knee Pain After a Work Injury
Knee injuries may occur suddenly at work. On the other hand, symptoms may also develop gradually because of repetitive physical demands.
For example, workers who frequently lift, kneel, squat, climb, walk, stand, or perform repetitive movements may place additional stress on the knee. As a result, symptoms may begin to interfere with both job duties and everyday activities.
Common work-related knee problems may involve:
- Twisting injuries
- Meniscus injuries
- Ligament sprains
- Falls
- Repetitive stress
- Tendon irritation
- Overuse injuries
An evaluation can help determine which structures may be involved. From there, we can discuss whether conservative treatment is appropriate.
Learn more about our work injury chiropractic care in Upper Darby.
Knee Pain After an Auto Accident
Although neck and back injuries are commonly associated with motor vehicle collisions, the knee may also be injured during an accident.
For example, the knee may strike the dashboard or twist during impact. These forces may affect the joint and surrounding soft tissues.
Symptoms may include:
- Pain
- Swelling
- Stiffness
- Reduced movement
- Tenderness
- Difficulty walking
- Instability
Because some symptoms become more noticeable after the initial accident, an evaluation may help determine whether a knee injury is present. In addition, examination findings may show whether imaging or referral should be considered.
Learn more about our auto accident care in Upper Darby.
SoftWave Therapy for Knee Pain
SoftWave Therapy is one of the non-surgical treatment options available at Everybody’s Chiropractic Center for selected musculoskeletal conditions.
For example, SoftWave uses acoustic shockwaves delivered to targeted tissues. Depending on the diagnosis and examination findings, this therapy may be considered for certain tendon, soft-tissue, and chronic musculoskeletal problems involving the knee.
Patients frequently ask us about SoftWave Therapy for:
- Patellar tendinopathy
- Chronic tendon pain
- Sports-related knee problems
- Overuse injuries
- Certain soft-tissue conditions
- Chronic knee discomfort
However, SoftWave Therapy is not appropriate for every knee condition. Therefore, we first evaluate the knee and determine whether this treatment may be suitable for your individual case.
Learn more about SoftWave Therapy in Upper Darby.
How Conservative Care May Help Knee Pain
Knee pain does not always involve only the knee joint itself. In fact, strength, mobility, gait, hip mechanics, ankle mobility, muscle balance, and movement patterns can all influence how the knee functions.
As part of your evaluation, we may assess:
- Knee range of motion
- Joint mobility
- Muscle strength
- Gait
- Functional movement
- Hip and ankle mechanics
- Balance
- Activities that aggravate symptoms
- Previous injuries
Depending on your condition, a conservative care plan may include:
- Therapeutic rehabilitation
- Corrective exercises
- Mobility exercises
- Soft-tissue treatment
- Home exercise recommendations
- SoftWave Therapy when appropriate
- Class IV laser therapy when appropriate
- Chiropractic care for related musculoskeletal findings
Ultimately, the goal is to improve movement, function, and comfort. At the same time, treatment should help you return safely to the activities that matter most.
What to Expect at Your Knee Pain Evaluation
Every treatment plan begins with a comprehensive evaluation. During your first visit, we’ll discuss how your symptoms started and how they are affecting your daily life.
We’ll review:
- Where your knee pain is located
- How and when the symptoms began
- Previous knee injuries
- Work activities
- Sports participation
- Exercise habits
- Activities that worsen your symptoms
- Previous treatment
- Current limitations
Next, your examination may include:
- Orthopedic testing
- Knee range-of-motion testing
- Muscle-strength testing
- Functional movement assessment
- Gait evaluation
- Balance testing
- Evaluation of related hip or ankle mechanics
If you already have X-rays, MRI studies, CT scans, or other diagnostic imaging, we can review those findings when appropriate.
After the examination, we’ll explain what we found. Then, depending on the results, we’ll discuss the conservative treatment options that may be appropriate for your individual condition.
Why Choose Everybody’s Chiropractic Center for Knee Pain?
Led by Dr. Dan Klein, Everybody’s Chiropractic Center has served Upper Darby and surrounding Delaware County communities since 1995.
With more than 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Klein has treated thousands of patients with knee pain, arthritis-related symptoms, sports injuries, work injuries, gait problems, and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Our approach is individualized. Specifically, we consider your diagnosis, symptoms, examination findings, lifestyle, activity level, work demands, and treatment goals before recommending care.
In addition, patients come to our Upper Darby office from Havertown, Drexel Hill, Springfield, Broomall, Lansdowne, Clifton Heights, Newtown Square, Philadelphia, and surrounding Delaware County communities for experienced, personalized conservative care.
Frequently Asked Questions About Knee Pain
Can a chiropractor help knee pain?
Some patients with knee pain seek chiropractic and other conservative musculoskeletal care. However, treatment depends on the underlying cause.
We first evaluate the knee, movement patterns, strength, mobility, and related musculoskeletal factors. Afterward, we can determine which treatment options may be appropriate.
Does SoftWave Therapy help knee pain?
SoftWave Therapy may be considered for selected tendon, soft-tissue, and chronic musculoskeletal conditions involving the knee.
Because it is not appropriate for every knee problem, we determine whether it may be useful only after evaluating your condition. Therefore, treatment recommendations vary from patient to patient.
Learn more about SoftWave Therapy.
Can conservative care help knee arthritis?
Many patients with knee arthritis use exercise, rehabilitation, mobility work, and other conservative approaches to help maintain movement and function.
However, the appropriate treatment depends on the severity of arthritis, symptoms, examination findings, and individual goals. For that reason, a comprehensive evaluation is important before beginning care.
What if my knee feels unstable or gives way?
Knee instability may be associated with ligament injuries, muscle weakness, meniscus problems, or other conditions.
Therefore, an examination is important. Depending on the findings, additional imaging or referral may also be appropriate.
Do I need X-rays or an MRI?
Not every patient requires diagnostic imaging.
If imaging is appropriate based on your history, examination findings, or suspected condition, we’ll explain why. Then we’ll discuss the next steps.
When should knee pain receive prompt medical attention?
Seek prompt medical evaluation after significant trauma or if you cannot bear weight on the leg. In addition, major swelling, obvious deformity, a locked knee, signs of infection, or rapidly worsening symptoms should be evaluated promptly.
How soon should I have persistent knee pain evaluated?
If knee pain is persistent, worsening, or interfering with walking, work, exercise, sports, sleep, or everyday activities, an evaluation can help determine the underlying cause. From there, we can discuss the appropriate next steps.
Schedule Your Knee Pain Evaluation
If you’re looking for a knee pain chiropractor in Upper Darby, Everybody’s Chiropractic Center provides individualized conservative care for patients with knee pain, arthritis-related symptoms, sports injuries, work injuries, overuse conditions, and other musculoskeletal problems.
For more than 30 years, Dr. Dan Klein has helped patients throughout Delaware County improve movement, function, and quality of life through personalized musculoskeletal care.
Whether your knee pain developed gradually or began after a specific injury, we’ll perform a comprehensive evaluation. Afterward, we’ll discuss the treatment options that may be appropriate for your individual condition.
Everybody’s Chiropractic Center
115 E. Township Line Road
Upper Darby, PA 19082
Phone: 610-789-1800
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