KNEE PAIN IN Corona CA

There are many different causes of knee pain in Corona CA. Some of the most common include sports injuries and work-related injuries. Knee pain can also be caused by slip-and-fall accidents, gait problems, arthritis, and osteoarthritis.

Each of these types of knee pain can be treated with chiropractic services. Richter Family Chiropractic works with patients of all ages to identify the type and cause of the pain and then create a customized treatment plan.

Visiting a Chiropractor for Knees

New patients to Richter Family Chiropractic in Corona, CA, will have a full consultation and evaluation on their first visit. This allows our staff and our chiropractor to gather the necessary information to develop a personalized treatment plan.

In some cases, a misalignment of the spine may be impacting the patient’s gait, which is contributing to knee pain. In other cases, arthritis may be the cause of the problem and pain. Dr. Richter will explain his findings and recommendations for treatment and then provide a chiropractic adjustment. Patients can expect undergo a series of treatments to correct the underlying issue.

The treatment plan may also include physiotherapy techniques to promote healing and reduce inflammation within in the knee. Corrective exercises can also help to prevent further damage.

As with any type of pain, early treatment helps to limit the potential damage to the knee joint. To schedule your appointment with our chiropractor, call us today at (951) 817-9815.

Suffering From Knee Pain in Corona CA?

Knee pain is an extremely common complaint, and there are many causes. It is important to make an accurate diagnosis of the cause of your symptoms so that appropriate treatment can be directed at the cause. If you have knee pain, some common causes include:

• Arthritis - Arthritis is among the most common causes of knee pain, and there are many treatments available.
• Ligament Injuries - Ligament injuries commonly occur during athletic activities and can cause discomfort and instability.
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
  • Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injury
  • Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Injury
• Cartilage Injuries | Meniscal Tear - Cartilage tears are seen in young and old patients alike and are also an extremely common cause of knee pain.
• Patellar Tendonitis - Tendonitis around the joint is most commonly in the patellar tendon, the large tendon over the front of the knee.
• Chondromalacia Patella - Chondromalacia causes knee pain under the kneecap and is due to softening of the cartilage. It is most common in younger patients (15-35 years old).
• Dislocating Kneecap - A dislocating kneecap causes acute symptoms during the dislocation, but can also lead to chronic knee pain.
• Baker's Cyst - A Baker's cyst is swelling in the back of the joint, and is usually a sign of another underlying problem such as a meniscus tear.
• Bursitis - The most common bursa affected around the joint is just above the kneecap. This is most common in people who kneel for work, such as gardeners or carpet layers.
• Plica Syndrome - Plica syndrome is an uncommon cause of knee pain, and can be difficult to diagnose. The diagnosis is usually made at the time of arthroscopy.
• Osgood-Schlatter Disease - Osgood-Schlatter disease is a condition seen in adolescents and is due to irritation of the growth plate just at the front of the joint.
• Osteochondritis Dissecans - Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is another condition seen in adolescents due to the growth of the bone around the joint.
• Gout - Gout is an uncommon cause of knee pain. However, in patients who have a diagnosis of gout, it must be considered as a cause for new onset knee pain.

If you suffer from knee pain call our team at Richter Family Chiropractic today. Our Corona CA area team can offer you some of the latest treatments available to help you overcome this painful problem.