Knee Pain Relief in Portland and Gresham
What to Do When Every Step Hurts
Knees are designed to bend, support, and move us through life, but even small motions feel massive when they hurt. Whether you’re navigating stairs, getting out of a chair, or just trying to walk pain-free, the pain makes everything harder. And it can show up in so many ways: sharp pain with movement, a constant ache, swelling, or instability.
We often see patients after car accidents or work-related injuries. It’s common for someone to hit their knee on a dashboard or center console during a collision. We also treat people who’ve fallen, twisted awkwardly, or taken a hit that led to sudden pain or swelling. From ligament sprains to meniscus tears and everything in between, Woodstock Chiropractic is here to help.
Why Precise Joint Assessment Matters For You
Understanding what’s wrong starts with listening. We ask detailed questions—when did the pain start, where exactly does it hurt, and what kind of movement makes it worse? Then, we use hands-on orthopedic tests to see how your knee responds. Our Portland location has digital X-rays available if we need to look inside. For more detailed soft tissue imaging—especially if a tear is suspected—we’ll refer you for an MRI to ensure we’re not missing anything.
Correcting Your Frame to Help the Joint
Knee pain isn’t always just about the joint. Subtle misalignments in your body—like a tilted pelvis or a foot that rolls in—can quietly add stress to your knees. Sometimes, leg lengths appear uneven, not because the bones are different lengths but because the pelvis is misaligned. That alone may create chronic knee strain.
Custom Plans That Support Healing
Our therapies depend entirely on what’s going on inside your knee. In the early stages, we often rely on gentle soft tissue work, light chiropractic adjustments, electric muscle stimulation, light therapy, or bracing. Home exercises are kept simple and doable. As your body heals, we turn up the dial, incorporating more active strengthening, cupping, and even shock wave therapy when appropriate. There are no cookie-cutter programs here. Every knee has a different story, and we respond to that.
Back in the Game—Literally
One patient, a 35-year-old soccer player, came to us after slamming his knee into the center console during a car accident. His diagnosis: a sprain/strain injury. We used a combination of soft tissue therapy, adjustments, light therapy, electric muscle stimulation, and rehab exercises. Eight weeks later, he was pain-free and back on the field. That’s the kind of recovery we aim for.
Let’s Get You Moving Again
If your knee pain is holding you back, don’t wait for it to get worse. The right care can help you heal stronger, move better, and live without limping through your day. Call today to schedule your visit and take the first step toward relief.
