What Are Some Causes of Knee Pain?

There are a few different things that can lead to chronic knee pain, the most common of which is arthritis. Arthritis causes the cartilage in your knee to deteriorate and typically worsens as you age. However, it is possible to slow down the progression of arthritis by losing weight. You can also undergo physiotherapy treatments, have your joints adjusted, and take special supplements. Another common cause of knee pain is injury, whether it be an injury sustained on the job, in a car accident, or while playing sports. Sometimes, these injuries can lead to osteoarthritis.

Is It Possible for Knee Pain to Disappear on Its Own?

Knee pain can resolve on its own. However, this may only happen if you have endured a minor injury and are a healthy weight. If you have been suffering from pain lasting more than a few weeks or have been putting a high amount of stress on your impacted knee, you should seek treatment.

How Can a Chiropractor Help with My Knee Pain?

Chiropractors can treat knee pain via chiropractic manipulations. These manipulations can reduce stress in the affected areas. Other chiropractic techniques that are beneficial in treating knee pain are physiotherapy and Kinesiotaping. Chiropractic care is the best way to treat knee pain without medication. While you are at home, try to keep your leg elevated to help with swelling.

What Are Some Symptoms of Knee Pain?

Depending on the cause of your knee pain, symptoms may vary. However, some of the most common symptoms of knee pain include:

• Warmth, swelling, or redness of your knee
• A buckling, grinding, or locking of your knee
• A tingling, burning, or prickling sensation
• Pain in the ankle, thigh, or calf
• Not being able to fully extend your leg
• Weakness
• Crackling or popping sounds when you bend or straighten your leg