Knee pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints we see at Chiro Pro — and one where a whole-body approach makes a real difference. The knee sits between the hip and the foot, meaning problems in either of those areas can place excessive load on the knee and drive pain even when the knee itself appears structurally sound. At Chiro Pro we look at the full picture to find what’s actually causing your knee pain and fix it at the source.

You might benefit from chiropractic care if you’re experiencing:

• Pain at the front, side or back of the knee
• Swelling or stiffness in the knee joint
• Pain when going up or down stairs
• A knee that clicks, catches or gives way
• Pain that builds gradually during running or exercise
• Knee pain after prolonged sitting or first thing in the morning
• A knee that was injured and never fully recovered
• Knee pain that worsens with activity and eases with rest

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Osteoarthritis of the knee is one of the most common causes of knee pain, particularly in older and more active adults. As cartilage breaks down within the knee joint, pain, stiffness and swelling develop progressively. Chiropractic care can significantly reduce pain, improve joint function and help you stay active — often reducing the need for medication or delaying surgical intervention.

Patellofemoral pain syndrome causes pain at the front of the knee around and behind the kneecap, typically worsening with running, squatting, going down stairs or prolonged sitting. It’s most common in runners and active individuals and is often driven by hip weakness, poor foot mechanics or muscle imbalances around the knee. Treatment focuses on addressing these underlying drivers rather than just managing the pain.

IT band syndrome causes pain on the outer side of the knee, particularly during running, and is one of the most common overuse injuries in runners and cyclists. The iliotibial band — a thick band of connective tissue running from the hip to the knee — becomes irritated as it rubs against the outer knee. Dry needling and hip strengthening are particularly effective for IT band syndrome.

The menisci are two C-shaped pieces of cartilage that act as shock absorbers within the knee. Meniscal tears and degeneration cause pain, swelling, clicking and sometimes locking of the knee. While severe tears may require surgical management, many meniscal problems respond well to conservative care including chiropractic treatment and rehabilitation exercises to improve knee stability and reduce load on the meniscus.

The knee is heavily influenced by what happens above and below it. Weak or stiff hips place excessive rotational load on the knee — one of the most common drivers of patellofemoral pain and IT band syndrome. Similarly, lower back and sacroiliac joint problems can refer pain into the knee, creating what appears to be a knee problem but is actually coming from the spine.

At Chiro Pro we always assess the hip, lower back and pelvis alongside the knee to make sure nothing is being missed.

Chris takes a comprehensive approach to knee pain — assessing the knee joint, hip, lower back and foot mechanics together to identify all contributing factors. Treatment may include chiropractic adjustments to the knee, hip and lower back, dry needling for IT band, quadriceps and surrounding muscle tension, joint mobilisation to restore knee and hip mobility, and a personalised rehabilitation program to address the underlying muscle imbalances driving the problem.

Chris will take a thorough history of your knee problem and perform a comprehensive physical examination including assessment of knee movement, strength, joint integrity, hip function and lower back. He’ll explain his findings clearly and give you a realistic picture of what treatment can achieve before recommending the most appropriate approach.

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Knee pain is frequently driven by hip dysfunction and lower back problems. Treatment at Chiro Pro combines chiropractic adjustments, dry needling, joint mobilisation and rehabilitation exercises to address the full picture.

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Yes — while chiropractic cannot reverse the structural changes of osteoarthritis, it can significantly reduce pain, improve joint function and help you stay active for longer. Addressing hip mechanics and lower back function alongside the knee often leads to better outcomes than treating the knee alone.

It’s always worth exploring conservative options before committing to surgery. Many patients who have been advised to consider knee replacement find significant improvement with chiropractic care, exercise and addressing contributing factors in the hip and lower back. Chris will give you an honest assessment of what is realistically achievable after a thorough examination.

In many cases yes — with appropriate treatment and modification of training load, most runners with patellofemoral pain can continue running at a reduced level while they recover. Chris will advise you on training modifications and address the underlying hip and knee mechanics driving the problem.

Pain going down stairs but not up is a classic sign of patellofemoral pain syndrome. Descending stairs places significantly more compressive load on the kneecap than ascending, which is why it’s typically more painful. Addressing the muscle imbalances and hip mechanics driving the problem usually resolves this pattern of pain.

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