Chronic Knee Pain Solutions & Pain Management

Have you been living with chronic knee pain for months now? Is it keeping you from doing the activities you love–whether participating in sports, working on your hobbies and interests, or spending time with friends and loved ones? You may wonder what knee pain solutions are available to you.

At TherapyWorks & Vibrant Health Solutions, we take a unique approach to knee pain management. No matter the reason for your knee pain, our team of physical therapists, chiropractors, and other pain specialists will create a comprehensive treatment program to help address your pain at its source–so you can find long-term relief.

Curious about how our multidisciplinary approach could help relieve your knee pain? Keep reading to learn more about what to expect at our Lawrence, KS pain management clinic.

Step 1: The In-Depth Evaluation

The first step in finding the right knee pain solutions for your needs is understanding what’s causing your knee pain. Chronic knee pain can stem from various sources, including injuries and underlying conditions. Our nurse practitioner will meet with you to discuss your health history, review your symptoms, and determine the source of your pain.

What Causes Chronic Knee Pain?

Here are some of the common reasons for long-term knee pain that we see at our clinic:

Osteoarthritis

• This common condition occurs when the cartilage that cushions your knee joint breaks down, leading to discomfort, stiffness, and swelling.

Tendonitis

• Overuse or repetitive movements can cause inflammation in the tendons around the knee, resulting in pain, particularly during physical activities like running or jumping.

Meniscus Tears

• The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that helps absorb shock in the knee. A tear can happen suddenly due to injury or gradually from wear and tear, leading to pain, swelling, and limited movement.

Bursitis

• This condition involves inflammation of the small fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion the knee joint, leading to pain and swelling.

Once we know more about your particular situation, our nurse practitioner will collaborate with our other specialists to craft a truly personalized plan of care.

Step 2: Relief for Acute Knee Pain

Every treatment plan at TherapyWorks & Vibrant Health Solutions looks different. However, we offer a wide range of effective knee pain solutions, including techniques pulled from physical therapy, chiropractic care, and other approaches. Here are some of the approaches to help reduce your pain in the short term:

Pain Management Injections

• These injections deliver treatments directly to the knee joint, helping reduce inflammation and relieve pain. Common options include saline-solution-based joint injections and hyaluronic acid injections.

Bracing

• Knee braces offer support and stability, especially during physical activities. They can help reduce strain on the knee and prevent further injury as you work through your treatment program.

Laser and Ultrasound Therapy

• These non-invasive treatments use light or sound waves to promote healing and reduce inflammation in the soft tissues surrounding the knee.

Step 3: Long-Term Knee Pain Solutions

However, we don’t just want to treat your symptoms–we want to resolve the underlying reason for your knee pain. To do this, we might suggest the following techniques:

Therapeutic Exercise

• Tailored exercises target muscles around the knee, improving strength, mobility, and balance. This helps relieve pressure on the joint and supports better movement, reducing pain over time.

Chiropractic Adjustments

• Chiropractic adjustments to the lower extremities can help reduce stress on the knees, ease pain, and support healthier movement patterns.

Nutritional Supplementation

• We can help you make dietary choices that support improved knee joint health, such as consuming more omega-3 fatty acids to reduce inflammation.

Ready to Say Goodbye to Knee Pain?

Our comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach ensures you get the best treatment for your needs! Schedule an appointment at TherapyWorks & Vibrant Health Solutions today to get started.