5 ways chiropractic therapy can help heal Runner's Knee

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Chiropractic For Runners

By Dr Khong Lamvichit  October 16, 2024 3min

Chiropractic therapy is a powerful treatment option for runner's knee, a common condition characterized by pain around the kneecap caused by overuse or misalignment. Here are five ways chiropractic therapy can help heal runner's knee:

1. Spinal and Pelvic Adjustments: Chiropractors use spinal and pelvic adjustments to correct misalignments that can lead to poor biomechanics and added stress on the knees. By restoring proper alignment, chiropractic care reduces strain on the knee joint, promoting faster recovery from runner's knee.

2. Knee and Joint Mobilization: Chiropractic therapy includes gentle manipulation and mobilization of the knee and surrounding joints. This improves joint flexibility and range of motion, which helps alleviate pain and stiffness, facilitating the healing process for runner's knee.

3. Soft Tissue Therapy: Techniques like Active Release Technique (ART) and Graston Technique target the muscles, tendons, and ligaments around the knee. These therapies help break down scar tissue and adhesions, reducing inflammation and enhancing the healing of soft tissues, which are often affected in runner's knee.

4. Correcting Muscle Imbalances: Chiropractors assess and address muscle imbalances that contribute to runner's knee. By identifying and strengthening weak muscles and stretching tight ones, chiropractic care reduces uneven pressure on the knee, promoting proper function and reducing the risk of re-injury.

5. Gait Analysis and Correction: Improper running form can exacerbate runner's knee. Chiropractors perform gait analysis to identify faulty movement patterns and provide corrective exercises. By improving running biomechanics, chiropractic therapy helps reduce the stress on the knee joint, allowing it to heal and preventing future injuries.

Chiropractic therapy provides a holistic and non-invasive approach to healing runner's knee by addressing the underlying causes, reducing pain, and supporting long-term recovery.