Knee Pain Treatment in Winston-Salem, NC
Chiropractic & Movement-Based Care for Knee Pain That Gets You Moving Again
Knee pain can feel sharp, dull, come and go, or be constant. It might make it hard to walk, run, climb stairs, or exercise. No matter your symptoms, we help you find the cause of your knee pain instead of just covering it up. Our goal is to help you move better, stay active, and live without limits.
At Arthrology Chiropractic in Winston-Salem, NC, we use hands-on care, movement assessments, and corrective exercises to help many types of knee pain get better for the long term.
What is Knee Pain?
Knee pain is a problem that affects people of all ages and activity levels. It can show up as a dull ache, sharp pain, or stiffness, and often makes it harder to move around or do everyday things like walking, climbing stairs, or exercising. Because the knee is a complex joint that supports much of your body weight, even small problems can cause a lot of pain and trouble if not treated.
Why Does Knee Pain Happen?
Knee pain can stem from a variety of causes, including:
- Osteoarthritis happens when the cartilage in the knee joint wears down, which can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness.
- Tendonitis is when the tendons become inflamed, often from overuse, leading to pain, especially when you move.
- Ligament injuries, such as sprains or tears of the ACL, PCL, MCL, or LCL, often happen during sports activities.
- Meniscus tears mean damage to the knee’s cushion, which can cause pain, swelling, and trouble moving your knee.
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, also known as "Runner’s Knee," causes pain around the kneecap, often from misalignment or overuse.
- Bursitis is when the small fluid-filled sacs in the knee, called bursae, become inflamed, leading to swelling and discomfort.
- Muscle imbalances and poor alignment, like having weak or tight muscles around the knee and hips, can cause the joint to move incorrectly and create extra stress.
- Referred pain means that knee pain can actually come from problems in your hips, lower back, or feet, which can change how you move and put pressure on your knee.
Why Knee Pain Happens
Knee pain often comes from a mix of movement, loading, and mechanics, not just from “wear and tear.”
- Overload & Repetitive Stress: Training too hard, too fast, or without adequate recovery.
- Movement Dysfunction: Poor hip control, limited ankle mobility, or faulty tracking can increase load on the knee.
- Muscle Imbalance: Weak glutes or quads combined with tight hamstrings can alter knee mechanics.
- Biomechanical Compensation: When one area does not move well, other parts of the body work harder, which can often lead to pain.
- Structural Factors: Previous injury history, alignment differences, or cartilage stress can also contribute.
How We Can Help at Arthrology Chiropractic
At Arthrology Chiropractic in Winston-Salem, we work to find what’s causing your knee pain and build a treatment plan just for you. Our goal is to help you move better, feel less pain, and get back to your daily activities.
Our Approach Includes:
- Chiropractic Adjustments: We use gentle adjustments to help your knee move better, as well as the hips, pelvis, and feet that support it.
- Soft Tissue Therapy: These techniques help relax tight muscles, boost blood flow, and support healing around your knee.
- Acupuncture & Dry Needling: These methods can ease pain, lower swelling, and help your body heal naturally.
- Corrective Exercises & Rehabilitation: We design exercise plans to make the muscles around your knee stronger, improve your balance, and help you move the right way.
- Postural & Gait Assessments: We check how you stand and walk to find any imbalances or movement issues that might be causing your knee pain.
- Lifestyle & Ergonomic Guidance: We offer tips on daily habits, shoe choices, and activities to help reduce knee strain and avoid future problems.
Symptoms Knee Pain Can Cause
Knee pain is not always only about the knee itself.
- Pain when walking, going up or down stairs, or walking on hills
- Pain when squatting or bending your knee
- You may feel clicking, catching, or grinding in your knee
- Pain while running or during exercise
- Pain that starts after you have been sitting for a long time
- A sense that your knee feels unstable or weak
Who We Help
Knee Pain FAQs
Q: Can chiropractic care help knee pain?
Yes, especially if your knee pain is caused by issues with how you move, your body mechanics, or how weight is distributed.
Q: What’s the difference between knee pain and patellofemoral pain?
Patellofemoral pain usually feels like discomfort under or around your kneecap. It often affects people who run or squat a lot. Chiropractic and movement care can help improve how your knee works and ease your symptoms.
Q: How many visits does it take to feel better?
Some people start to feel better quickly, but lasting results usually come from following a plan made just for you over several visits.
Q: Should I rest or keep moving?
We usually suggest changing how you move instead of stopping all activity. Keeping your body moving and managing how much stress you put on your knee are both important for recovery.
Q: Do I need imaging (X-ray/MRI)?
Not always. Often, checking how you move helps us find the cause of your pain. If we think you need an X-ray or MRI, we’ll let you know.
Get Back to Moving Comfortably
You don't have time to live with knee pain.
Book an appointment with Arthrology Chiropractic in Winston Salem, NC, today and take the first step toward restoring mobility, reducing discomfort, and returning to the activities you love.
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