Knee Pain Treatment in Levittown, NY
Knee pain affects walking, stairs and sleep. It can come from the knee itself or from the hips, feet and lower back, which control how the knee lines up with every step.
At Long Island Back & Neck Care we check the knee along with how you stand, walk and squat. Treatment focuses on joint motion, the muscles around the knee and hip, and corrective exercises that build stability, with referral for imaging when the knee needs it.
- Pain on stairs or when squatting
- Knee pain from running or sports
- Stiffness from arthritis
- Knee pain that comes with hip or back problems
Common Causes of Knee Pain
- Patellofemoral pain (pain around the kneecap)
- Osteoarthritis and age-related stiffness
- Strains and sprains from sports injuries
- IT band tightness in runners
- Weak hip muscles or flat feet that change knee alignment
- Knee injuries from car accidents and falls
Our Approach to Knee Pain
Gentle chiropractic adjustments restore motion to the knee, hip, ankle and lower back. Massage therapy loosens tight thigh and calf muscles, and acupuncture can help with arthritis pain.
Strength and balance work for the hips and legs takes strain off the knee, while lifestyle advice covers footwear, activity levels and weight management. Knee pain from long-standing arthritis can be managed through our pain management and rehabilitation program.
Knee Pain FAQs
Can a chiropractor treat knee pain?
Yes, when the pain comes from how the joint moves and the muscles around it. A knee that locks, gives way or swells after an injury is referred for imaging first.
Why check my hips and feet?
A weak hip or a flat foot changes the angle of the knee with every step. Fixing only the knee leaves that strain in place.
Should I rest a painful knee?
Short rest after an injury helps, but long rest weakens the muscles that protect the knee. Gentle, guided movement usually brings it back faster.
Can you help knee arthritis?
Care can reduce stiffness and pain and improve how the knee moves. Strengthening the surrounding muscles also helps support an arthritic joint.
Is it safe to exercise with knee pain?
Usually, yes, with the right exercises. Your program will avoid movements that increase pain while building strength gradually.
Should I wear a knee brace?
A brace can help in some situations, such as returning to sports after an injury, but long-term use without strengthening can weaken the knee. We can advise you based on your condition.
When should knee pain be seen right away?
A knee that is very swollen, cannot bear weight, locks or gives way after an injury should be evaluated promptly, often with imaging.
Get Knee Pain Relief in Levittown
We keep evening hours on Tuesday and Thursday and are open Saturday mornings, so treatment does not have to cost you a working day. Request an appointment online or call (516) 579-4949.