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Lower extremity issues can affect patients of all ages, and pain in the hips, knees, or ankles makes the simplest daily activities arduous. Many clients are surprised when the team at South Main Chiropractic Clinic in High Point, NC, explains they specialize in treating these conditions. Here, they share how a chiropractor addresses lower body issues.

Common Lower Body Problems

A variety of conditions can result in hip, ankle, and knee pain. For some, poor posture causes stress on the joints or misalignment over time, sometimes known as “referred back pain.” In other cases, an acute injury is the cause, such as a sprained ankle from a fall. For older clients, osteoarthritis is an inflammatory disorder that commonly irritates the knees and hips.

Many patients ultimately experience discomfort in all three areas because they overcompensate as symptoms arise. For example, someone with right hip pain may begin relying heavily on their right leg when walking, leading to additional issues. 

How a Chiropractor Can Help

chiropractorA chiropractor employs a variety of techniques to treat hip, knee, and ankle problems. They may perform spinal correction, which also aligns the hip and remainder of the skeleton for pain relief. They may also help with exercises to strengthen your core and prevent future issues from poor posture.

Joint-specific manipulation can improve range of motion as well. For ankle injuries, the chiropractor can utilize physical therapy techniques to promote healing and regaining your initial strength. To find the right treatment for you, a professional will take a full body assessment and discuss your plan before beginning any care. 

All parts of the body are interconnected, so it can be difficult to tell if hip, knee, and ankle problems share the same cause. South Main Chiropractic Clinic has extensive knowledge to accurately diagnose and treat your pain at the source instead of just masking the symptoms. Give the team a call at (336) 885-5200 or reach out online

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