Ongoing joint pain can make everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, lifting, reaching, exercising, or working more difficult. Joint discomfort can come from many different causes, including arthritis, overuse, previous injuries, inflammation, muscle weakness, or changes in the way the body moves.
Why Do My Joints Ache?
Persistent joint pain is not always caused by a single problem. In some cases, arthritis or degenerative changes may contribute. In others, an old injury, repetitive activity, poor movement patterns, or weakness around the joint may place added stress on the area.
Common Areas of Joint Pain
Joint pain commonly affects the knees, shoulders, hips, ankles, wrists, and other areas of the body. Symptoms may include aching, stiffness, swelling, tenderness, reduced range of motion, or discomfort during movement.
What to Expect During Treatment
Spinal decompression sessions are comfortable and non-invasive. Patients remain fully clothed while positioned on the decompression table, and the amount of traction is carefully adjusted based on the area being treated and the patient’s individual needs. Many patients describe the treatment as a gentle stretching sensation. The number and frequency of sessions will vary depending on the condition, severity of symptoms, and response to care.
Treatment Depends on the Cause
The right treatment for joint pain depends on what is causing the symptoms and how the pain is affecting movement and daily function. A proper evaluation can help determine whether the problem is related to arthritis, an old injury, muscle weakness, restricted movement, repetitive stress, or another condition.
How Physical Therapy May Help
Physical therapy may help improve strength, flexibility, balance, and joint stability. Treatment can include therapeutic exercise, stretching, functional activities, and movement training designed to reduce stress on painful joints and improve everyday function.
How Chiropractic Care May Help
When joint pain is associated with restricted movement, altered body mechanics, or problems involving the spine and surrounding joints, chiropractic care may be incorporated into the treatment plan. Care is individualized based on the patient’s symptoms and examination findings.
Joint Pain After a Motor Vehicle Accident or Work Injury
Joint pain can also develop after a motor vehicle accident, fall, lifting injury, or repetitive work activity. Injuries involving the shoulders, knees, hips, wrists, or other joints may cause pain, stiffness, weakness, or limited motion. A proper evaluation can help determine whether the symptoms are related to the injury and what type of treatment may be appropriate.
Joint Pain Care at Easy Reach Chiropractic & Physical Therapy
At Easy Reach Chiropractic & Physical Therapy, we evaluate persistent joint pain based on the patient’s symptoms, movement limitations, daily activities, and recovery goals. Depending on the condition, care may include chiropractic treatment, physical therapy, therapeutic exercise, laser therapy, and other conservative approaches.
Schedule an Evaluation
If joint pain is interfering with walking, working, exercising, sleeping, or other daily activities, schedule an evaluation with Easy Reach Chiropractic & Physical Therapy. We can help identify what may be contributing to your symptoms and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.