Knee Pain Treatment in Valley Stream, NY
Your knees carry your weight with every step, so knee pain can make walking, climbing stairs and getting up from a chair a challenge. At Valley Stream Chiropractic in Valley Stream, NY, we treat knee pain from injuries such as auto accidents and falls, as well as acute or chronic conditions resulting from life’s normal activities.
Common Causes of Knee Pain
Knee pain can have many causes, including:
- Sprains and strains from twisting or falling
- Knee trauma in a car accident, when the knees hit the dashboard
- Overuse from sports, running or kneeling at work
- Arthritis and wear and tear of the joint
- Tight or weak muscles in the thigh and hip
When to Seek Medical Care
Seek prompt medical care if you cannot put weight on your leg, the knee looks deformed, it locks or gives way, or it is hot, red and swollen with a fever. Pain, warmth and swelling in the calf also need prompt attention.
How We Can Help
The knee works together with the hip and ankle, so we check your whole leg and the way you walk. Care may include cold laser therapy, ultrasound and electrical stimulation to help ease pain, and massage therapy or myofascial release for tight muscles. Stretching and strengthening exercises, physical therapy and rehabilitation can help build support around the knee so you can return to your normal activities.
Schedule an Appointment
If knee pain is slowing you down, call Valley Stream Chiropractic today at (516) 791-6421 to schedule an appointment with our chiropractor.
How It Can Help
A thorough exam
We check the knee along with the hip, ankle and lower back, since they all affect how the knee works.
Ease pain and swelling
Cold laser therapy, ultrasound and electrical stimulation can help ease pain around the knee.
Build support
Strengthening the muscles around the knee and hip can help support the joint in daily activities.
Why Knee Pain Is Worth Checking
The knees carry your body weight with every step, and they take even more load when you climb stairs, squat or run. Because of that, knee pain can quickly affect how you walk, work and sleep. It may come from a sudden twist or fall, a blow to the knee in a car accident, overuse from sports or kneeling at work, or the wear and tear of arthritis. Tight or weak muscles in the thigh and hip can also change how the knee moves and add to the strain.
When the knee hurts, people often change the way they walk, which can lead to pain in the hip, back or other leg. A proper check helps find the source and guide care. Some knee problems need medical care first, and the FAQs below explain which ones.
What to Expect From Knee Pain Treatment
Your chiropractor will ask how the pain started, which activities are hardest and whether the knee swells, clicks, locks or feels unstable. The exam checks how your knee bends and straightens, the strength of the muscles around it and how your hips, ankles and feet move when you walk or squat. If there is any concern about a tear, fracture or other injury that needs a different kind of care, imaging may be recommended or you may be referred to another provider.
Depending on your exam, care may include cold laser therapy, ultrasound or electrical stimulation to help ease pain and swelling, along with massage therapy or myofascial release for tight muscles in the thigh and calf. Radio pulse wave therapy may be an option for some soft tissue problems. Stretching and strengthening exercises and rehabilitation help support the knee as you return to daily activities. As the knee gets stronger, your exercises are made more challenging step by step.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What causes knee pain?
Knee pain can come from sprains and strains, overuse, arthritis, tight or weak muscles around the knee, and injuries from falls, sports or car accidents, where the knees can hit the dashboard.
How can a chiropractor help with knee pain?
Depending on the exam, a chiropractor may use cold laser therapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, massage and stretching and strengthening exercises to help reduce pain and improve movement.
When should knee pain be seen right away?
Seek prompt medical care if you cannot put weight on the leg, the knee looks deformed, it locks or gives way, or it is hot, red and swollen with a fever. Calf pain and swelling also need prompt attention.
Can my hips or feet affect my knee pain?
Yes. The knee sits between the hip and the ankle, so stiffness or weakness at either end can change how the knee moves. That is why your chiropractor will look at your whole leg, not only the knee.
Should I keep exercising with knee pain?
It depends on the cause. Gentle, guided exercise is often helpful, while activities that clearly make the pain worse may need a break. Your chiropractor can suggest which exercises are safe for your knee.
Terms You May Hear
- Meniscus
- A C-shaped pad of cartilage in the knee that cushions the joint. It can tear with a twist or wear down over time.
- Patellofemoral pain
- Pain around or behind the kneecap, often made worse by stairs, squatting or sitting for long periods.
- Quadriceps
- The large muscle group on the front of the thigh. Strong quadriceps help support and stabilize the knee.
Related Services
Cold Laser Therapy
Laser therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to interact with tissue and help accelerate your healing process, for acute and chronic conditions.
Learn MoreStretching & Strengthening Exercises
Gentle stretching of the quadriceps, hamstrings, and calf muscles, along with gentle exercise, assists the recovery process.
Learn MoreRehabilitation
Our rehabilitation program includes strength, flexibility and agility training, plus training focused on coordination, to prepare you to return to full participation.
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