Hip, Knee, & Ankle Treatment in Pace, FL

Pain in the lower extremities can develop for many reasons. Symptoms may appear suddenly following an injury or gradually develop due to repetitive movements, overuse, joint irritation, or changes involving muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

Common contributing factors include:

• Muscle Strains: Overstretching or injuring muscles during exercise, lifting, or everyday activities.
• Joint Dysfunction: Restricted movement or irritation involving joints can contribute to discomfort and stiffness.
• Sports Injuries: Running, jumping, twisting, and other athletic activities can place stress on the hips, knees, and ankles.
• Repetitive Movements: Repeated walking, standing, running, or bending can contribute to overuse injuries.
• Tendon Irritation: Overuse or irritation of tendons surrounding the hips, knees, and ankles.
• Arthritis: Joint changes and inflammation may contribute to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
• Poor Biomechanics: Changes in walking patterns, foot mechanics, or movement can place additional stress on surrounding joints and tissues.
• Auto Accidents: Sudden impact or force during a motor vehicle accident can cause injuries involving the hips, knees, and ankles.

Identifying potential contributing factors is an important part of determining which treatment options may be appropriate.

At Wheeler Chiropractic, we evaluate patients experiencing a variety of musculoskeletal complaints involving the lower extremities.

The hips play an important role in supporting body weight and allowing movement. Problems involving the muscles, tendons, and joints can cause pain that affects walking, standing, and everyday activities.

Common hip complaints include:

• General hip pain and stiffness
• Hip flexor strains
• Hip bursitis
• Piriformis-related pain
• Sciatica and radiating leg pain
• Sacroiliac (SI) joint discomfort
• Hip muscle strains
• Reduced hip mobility
• Pain associated with prolonged sitting or standing
• Sports-related hip injuries

Knee pain can interfere with walking, climbing stairs, exercising, and standing for extended periods.

Common knee conditions include:

• General knee pain and stiffness
• Patellofemoral pain (runner's knee)
• Patellar tendonitis (jumper's knee)
• Iliotibial (IT) band-related pain
• Knee bursitis
• Muscle and tendon strains
• Overuse and sports-related injuries
• Knee joint discomfort associated with arthritis
• Pain with bending, squatting, or climbing stairs

Ankle pain can affect balance, stability, walking, and physical activity. Injuries and overuse can contribute to discomfort involving the ankle and surrounding soft tissues.

Common ankle complaints include:

• General ankle pain and stiffness
• Ankle sprains
• Achilles tendonitis
• Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
• Ankle tendon irritation
• Muscle and ligament strains
• Sports-related ankle injuries
• Reduced ankle mobility
• Pain with walking, running, or standing

Every patient is different. We evaluate your symptoms and determine which treatment options may be appropriate for your condition.

Treatment options available at Wheeler Chiropractic include:

• Chiropractic adjustments (manual and ArthroStim)
• Class IV K-Laser therapy
• Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) & Therapeutic ultrasound
• Shockwave therapy
• Acupuncture

You don't have to wait until discomfort becomes severe before seeking care. Consider scheduling an evaluation if you experience:

• Persistent hip, knee, or ankle pain
• Difficulty walking, standing, or climbing stairs
• Stiffness or reduced joint mobility
• Pain when bending, squatting, or exercising
• Recurring muscle or tendon discomfort
• Pain following a sports injury or accident
• Discomfort that interferes with work or everyday activities
• Heel or ankle pain that makes walking uncomfortable