What causes knee pain?
Your knee pain could be caused by a muscle injury, inflammation in your joints, or another medical condition. Fortunately, Pittsburgh East Health Center has the knee pain expertise necessary to identify the root cause of your knee pain so they can apply the most effective treatment possible.
Some of the most common causes of knee pain they treat include:
- Meniscus tears
- Knee degeneration
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries
- Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries
- Chondromalacia
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Gout
You may feel a dull or stabbing pain, experience swelling, weakness, or tenderness, or hear a crunching or popping sound when you bend your knee — however your knee issue is affecting your body, the experts at Pittsburgh East Health Center are available to get you the safe, nonsurgical treatment you need to walk pain-free.
How is knee pain treated?
At Pittsburgh East Health Center, your knee pain provider tailors a treatment program to you. They don’t just consider the root cause of your knee pain and its symptoms. They also talk with you about your lifestyle and wellness goals. Whether you want to return to a high-intensity sport or you’re simply looking for a way to go on a stroll without pain, they personalize your knee pain treatment to align with your mobility goals.
Your treatment plan may include:
- Physical rehabilitation
- Knee decompression
- Chiropractic care
- Supartz FX™ therapy
- A durable medical equipment (DME) knee brace
Many patients benefit from a combination of treatments. Your Pittsburgh East Health Center practitioner creates a personalized blend of treatments to best heal your knee pain.
