The biomechanics of the hip, knee, ankle and foot are very closely interlinked. Symptoms respond well to chiropractic care. Here are some of the symptoms you may be experiencing that we can help with:
The greater trochanter is a bony protuberance on the outside of the hip. Irritation of the sac on top of the greater trochanter, called the bursa, causes pain. The pain can be treated by calming down the affected muscles and joints, as well as strengthening the muscles.
Osteoarthritis describes changes of the joints through wear and tear. Hands-on treatment cannot change the joints, but can improve movement as part of management, which should include strengthening exercises to support the joints and good diet, to nourish the joint cartilage and reduce inflammation.
This is often experienced as a sharp pain on the outside of the knee, particularly when walking up and down stairs. Iliotibial band syndrome actually originates from a lack of control of the pelvis from the muscles of the hip. Management includes strengthening and control exercises.
Often known as ‘runner’s knee’, this is an irritation of the kneecap on the thigh bone. This is usually caused by an imbalance of the muscles at the front of the thigh, or muscles at the hip. Management includes strengthening exercises to align the kneecap with its groove on the kneecap.
There are many structures, particularly around the knee which can become injured and can cause pain and discomfort, such as a Baker’s cyst, bursitis and ligament sprains. Your presenting symptoms are thoroughly assessed during the initial consultation and you will be referred for further investigations, such as scans, where necessary.
If you are not sure whether we are able to help, book a no obligation ‘Chiro Chat’ online and we will call you at the scheduled time.
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