Knee Pain

Knee pain is a widespread problem, affecting nearly a third of Americans at some point during their lives. Some of the common causes of knee pain in Copperas Cove TX, Georgetown TX, Killeen TX, North Waco TX, Round Rock TX, Temple TX, Waco TX, and West Georgetown TX include:

• Ligament tears (ACL, MCL, or PCL)
• Osteoarthritis
• Tendonitis
• Bursitis
• Rheumatoid arthritis

You may damage your knee during a sports accident or automobile collision. You may also suffer from wear-and-tear and repetitive use injuries from athletic training or a career that keeps you on your feet all day. Being overweight or obese also influences your chances of developing painful knee injuries and conditions.

When should I talk to a doctor about knee pain?

You might think that knee pain is simply part of aging and that there's nothing you can do about it. But that's not the case - a wide range of treatable injuries and conditions contribute to knee pain, and even degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis don't sentence you to a life of misery.

You should make an appointment if you have knee pain that doesn't go away with rest and at-home care. The team of health professionals provides comprehensive, customized care to alleviate your pain and heal your knees.

How is knee pain treated?

The team offers multidisciplinary customized treatment plans to both alleviate your pain and heal the underlying condition causing your pain. They often combine treatments to approach your pain from several angles. For example, your treatment plan may include:

• Physical therapy
• Chiropractic care
• Corrective exercises
• Regenerative medicine
• Nutritional supplements and counseling

Your provider may also help you make the changes necessary to lose weight. Losing weight also reduces the amount of stress on your knees, which in turn reduces your pain and the wear-and-tear on your joints.

How can I reduce my risk of knee pain?

While you may be genetically predisposed to conditions such as arthritis, you can reduce your risk of knee pain by managing your weight and staying active. Maintaining a healthy body weight reduces the stress on your knees, and regular exercise keeps the muscles and connective tissues that support your knees strong and flexible. If you play sports, make sure to always wear the correct shoes and protective gear and to cross-train appropriately.

If you have knee pain, call or schedule a consultation online today for expert diagnosis and treatment.