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Knee Pain

White Integrated Health Clinics PLLC

Chiropractors & Family Nurse Practitioners located in Fort Worth, TX

Knee pain affects people of all ages and can make daily work and activity difficult. The friendly and knowledgeable providers at White Integrated Health Clinics PLLC are passionate about bringing their expertise in technologically advanced and minimally invasive knee pain procedures to the Fort Worth, Texas, community. Knee pain can be chronic and or injury-based, and White Integrated Health Clinics PLLC provides a careful evaluation to determine the best treatment solutions. If you are seeking safe and effective relief for your pain, set up an appointment today by phone or online.

Knee Pain Q & A

What are the causes of knee pain?

Knee pain can result from a number of conditions or incidents, and it’s important to seek out care if you are unsure of the underlying cause of your pain. Specific injuries that inflame or irritate the tendons, bones, or ligaments around the knee may include:  

  • Tendinitis 
  • ACL injury 
  • Fractures of bones surrounding the knee
  • Torn meniscus, or knee cartilage 
  • Knee bursitis, or inflammation of cushion (bursae) within the knee
  • Iliotibial band syndrome, or tightening of the hip to knee tissue
  • Dislocated knee cap 
  • Bone or cartilage degeneration

More chronic conditions that cause knee pain and may require additional preventive treatment solutions include:

  • Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
  • Gout or pseudogout
  • Obesity 
  • Lack of exercise or physical activity 

Your provider works with you to determine the root cause of your knee pain and offer the most efficient treatment.

What are the symptoms of knee pain?

Knee pain can occur when triggered by certain activities, like exercise or moving heavy objects, and persist afterward. It may also be ongoing pain caused by other underlying issues and exist on a spectrum of pain severity. Some symptoms of knee pain include:

  • Issues with mobility and movement in the knee
  • Weakness when standing, sitting or doing activities 
  • Crunching or popping sounds 
  • Swelling, redness or tenderness 
  • Visual deformity in knee or leg

If you notice any of these symptoms, contact your provider at White Integrated Health Clinics PLLC for an evaluation.

How is knee pain treated?

White Integrated Health Clinics PLLC offers expert care that focuses on overall well-being in addition to pain reduction. Your provider deciphers the underlying cause of knee pain and then opts for the most minimally invasive, long-lasting, and conservative treatment plan possible. 

With thorough examinations that may include X-rays or MRIs, your provider determines the best treatment for you. These may include:

  • Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections
  • Regenerative cell therapy 
  • Cold laser therapy
  • Cryotherapy 
  • Hot and cold therapy
  • Physical rehabilitation or therapy 

The importance of maintaining a healthy weight to alleviate extra strain on the joints is always a consideration for knee pain sufferers. If you need to lose weight, your provider can help you with weight loss and exercise practices.

White Integrated Health Clinics PLLC makes every effort to restore your knee and relieve your pain so you can avoid invasive procedures or surgery.

To begin your journey to knee pain relief, reach out to White Integrated Health Clinics PLLC by phone or online today.