Knee Pain Treatment In Des Moines
Find Real Relief From Knee Pain
Your knees absorb an enormous amount of impact over the course of a single day, let alone a lifetime, so it's no surprise they're one of the most common places people develop pain. What starts as a minor twinge after a run or a long shift on your feet can turn into something that limits your everyday movement if it's left alone too long.
At ADIO Chiropractic Clinic, Dr. Jeffery Stickel and Dr. Luis Amador-Gaxiola look at how your knee is functioning within the context of your whole leg and gait, not just the spot where it hurts. At ADIO Chiropractic Clinic, that means treatment is built around what's actually restricting the joint, whether that's overuse, an old injury, or general wear and tear.
Ready to move more freely again? Request an appointment today.
Understanding Knee Pain Treatment
Why Knee Pain Needs A Correction-Focused Approach
The knee doesn't cause most of its own problems, it inherits them. Because it sits between the hip and the ankle, restriction or imbalance in either one often shows up as pain in the knee itself. Dr. Stickel and Dr. Amador-Gaxiola look at the whole leg, not just the joint that's bothering you, to figure out what's actually putting the knee under strain.
Common Causes Of Knee Pain
Knee pain can stem from a variety of sources, and it's common for more than one to be involved at once.
- Overuse, common in activities like running or sports that involve repetitive impact
- Old injuries, including sprains or falls that never fully resolved
- Joint restriction, where the knee isn't moving through its full range of motion
- General wear and tear, which accumulates from years of walking, climbing, and bearing weight, and often shows up first as stiffness after sitting for a while
Why The Knee Rarely Works Alone
The knee sits between two other major joints, the hip and the ankle, and it depends on both moving well to function properly itself. A hip that's tight or an ankle that doesn't flex the way it should can quietly put extra load on the knee with every single step, which is often why knee pain shows up even when nothing seems to have gone wrong with the knee directly.
Knee Pain Treatment Options At ADIO Chiropractic Clinic
Depending on what's causing your knee pain, treatment may include:
- Extremity Adjustments to restore proper movement directly to the knee joint
- Shockwave Therapy for stubborn tendon-related pain that hasn't responded to rest
- Red Light Therapy to support healing and reduce inflammation in the joint
Because the knee is so often affected by what's happening above or below it, Dr. Stickel and Dr. Amador-Gaxiola look at your whole leg, not just the joint that's bothering you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes knee pain?
Overuse is a frequent cause, especially in patients who run or play sports involving repetitive impact, since the knee absorbs a significant amount of force with every step. Old injuries and general wear and tear contribute too, and because the knee depends on the hip working properly, restriction in the hip can quietly add strain to the knee as well.
Are extremity adjustments effective for knee pain?
Yes. Overuse injuries develop because the joint has been stressed the same way repeatedly without enough recovery time in between. Shockwave therapy and red light therapy both support healing in the affected tissue, while restoring proper movement to the joint itself helps reduce the ongoing strain that caused the problem in the first place.
Can chiropractic care help with knee pain from overuse?
They can be, particularly when the knee joint itself has developed restricted movement rather than just surface-level soreness. Because the knee sits between two other major joints, evaluating the hip alongside the knee helps confirm whether an extremity adjustment to the knee is the right starting point, or whether the issue is really originating somewhere else in the leg.
How do I schedule an appointment with a knee pain chiropractor near me in Des Moines?
Scheduling is simple. Request an appointment online, and our team will follow up quickly to confirm your visit. We look forward to helping you move freely again.