Knee Pain Treatment in Anchorage, Alaska

Chiropractic Care for Knee Pain Relief

True Life Chiropractic

Knee pain is a common problem that can affect people of all ages. It may develop from injuries, overuse, arthritis, poor biomechanics, or alignment problems in the feet, hips, or spine. Knee pain can make walking, climbing stairs, exercising, and daily activities difficult and uncomfortable.

At True Life Chiropractic, we focus on identifying the cause of knee pain and providing natural, non-invasive treatment to reduce pain, improve mobility, and help patients return to normal activities.

Common Causes of Knee Pain

Knee pain can develop for many reasons, including:

• Overuse injuries
• Ligament strain or sprain
• Meniscus injuries
• Arthritis
• Runner’s knee
• Patellar tracking problems
• Tendonitis
• Muscle imbalances
• Foot or arch problems
• Hip or pelvic alignment problems
• Sports injuries
• Work-related injuries

Many knee problems are not only caused by the knee itself but by alignment and movement problems in the feet, hips, or spine.

How Alignment Affects the Knee

The knee sits between the hip and the foot. If the feet roll inward, arches collapse, or the hips are not aligned properly, extra stress is placed on the knee joint. Over time, this can lead to pain, inflammation, and wear and tear on the knee.

This is why treatment may include:

• Foot orthotics
• Hip and pelvis alignment
• Muscle balance and stretching
• Rehabilitation exercises
• Chiropractic adjustments
• Soft tissue therapy

Treating the entire movement chain often produces better results than only treating the knee.

Chiropractic Treatment for Knee Pain

Treatment for knee pain depends on the cause of the problem and may include a combination of therapies such as:

• Chiropractic adjustments
• Manual therapy
• Rehabilitation exercises
• Stretching and mobility work
• Muscle therapy
• Orthotics
• Red light therapy
• Circulation and recovery therapies

The goal of treatment is to reduce inflammation, improve movement, restore proper alignment, and help prevent the problem from returning.

Knee Pain From Sports or Exercise

Many knee problems occur from sports, running, hiking, skiing, and other physical activities. Muscle imbalances, improper footwear, overtraining, or poor biomechanics can all contribute to knee pain.

We evaluate:

• Walking and movement patterns
• Foot alignment
• Hip alignment
• Muscle balance
• Flexibility and mobility
• Training and activity habits

This helps us determine the cause of knee pain and create a treatment plan to help prevent future injuries.

Knee Pain Treatment in Anchorage

If you are experiencing knee pain, stiffness, swelling, or difficulty walking, the team at True Life Chiropractic in Anchorage is here to help.

True Life Chiropractic
2602 Fairbanks Street
Anchorage, AK 99503
907-646-2225

Call today to schedule an evaluation and start your path toward knee pain relief.