Knee pain is a common complaint that affects people of all ages especially active adolescents, adults, and athletes. It usually a result of an injury, such as a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage and other conditions including arthritis, gout and infections.
Nowadays, acupuncture is considered by some as a potential pain management option. However, consulting a Licensed Acupuncturist and a thorough diagnosis is essential before any treatment plan is developed.
THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF KNEE PAIN
KNEE ARTHRITIS
This type of knee pain can be classified into two types: Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Osteoarthritis is caused when the cartilage that prevents bones from rubbing together wears out over time. While rheumatoid arthritis is caused by a chronic immune system disease wherein the immune system attacks the body’s own tissues; joints swell and bones become deformed.
Age, injury, obesity, inactivity, and overuse are the culprits behind knee arthritis. Symptoms include pain, tenderness, stiffness, loss of flexibility, a grating sound in the joints, and bone spurs.
CHONDROMALACIA PATELLAE
This is characterized by pain at the front and inner side of the knee and is most common condition suffered by athletes. It’s caused by the irritation of the cartilage of the knee cap, which enables smooth movement of the knees.
KNEE BURSITIS
Bursitis is a condition wherein these sacs are inflamed due to repetitive motion and kneeling for long periods of time. Symptoms to look out for include joint stiffness, pain during movement or when you exert pressure on the area, swelling, and redness.
PATELLOFEMORAL PAIN SYNDROME
This condition occurs when the back of the kneecap (patella) rubs on the thigh bone (femur). Statistically, it’s more likely to occur in women and in younger age groups. It’s also very common among athletes. The cartilage under the kneecap eventually breaks down, which aggravates the pain.
Unbalanced muscle pulling, joint misalignment, knock knees and contracting thigh muscles cause this condition. Symptoms include pain behind the kneecap, which becomes worse when the knee is bent for long periods of time or when there’s sudden movement. Pain in usually felt within 30 minutes of doing an activity or up to a few hours after stopping.
KNEE LIGAMENT INJURIES
Several pairs of ligaments help stabilize the knee. These are classified by their location, which is either intracapsular or extracapsular. The major intracapsular ligaments are the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL).
The major extracapsular ligaments are the medial collateral ligament (MCL) and lateral collateral ligament (LCL). Tears or sprains of the ACL, PCL, LCL, and/or MCL are common in athletes that play sports that involve sudden changes in direction, such as football or basketball.
OSHGOOD-SCHLATTER DISEASE
Often seen in growing children active in sports, this condition is caused by the stress on the tendon connected to the lower leg bone (tibia), which pulls on the soft growth plate and causes inflammation and pain. Symptoms include pain below the kneecap, tightness of the thigh muscles, and chronic pain. Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
The iliotibial band (ITB) extends from the hip (pelvic bone) to the larger bone of the tibia. This condition is caused by inflammation of the fibers surrounding the ITB. It’s the most common cause of lateral knee pain in athletes involved in sports that require continuous repetitive knee flexion and extension, like long distance running and cycling.
JUMPER'S KNEE (PATELLAR TENDINITIS)
The patellar tendon, which connects the kneecap to the shin bone, becomes inflamed and irritated. The condition is named as such due to repetitive jumping movement; it’s often experienced by basketball and volleyball players. Patients complain of pain in the front of the knee. If left untreated, Jumper’s Knee can progress to torn tendons.
ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENT FOR KNEE PAIN
Acupuncture is believed to restore the flow of this essential energy and deliver deep-seated pain relief. Dr Annie (Han) Yang 杨 is a Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine (DACM) and is also a Licensed Acupuncturist both in China and Hawaii.
Before the treatment, Dr. Yang will perform your physical exam and will the evaluate your condition to determine which meridian and part of the body is obstructed. Knee acupuncture involves the precise placement of slender needles along specific meridians.
This targeted approach can help alleviate inflammation, restore knee function, and enhance circulation. Complementary techniques like tuina massage, moxibustion, cupping, and traditional Chinese herbs may be integrated into the treatment plan as well.
All your concerns will be addressed during your first consultation and rest assured that it’s safe, non-obtrusive and that you can experience noticeably reduced levels of pain after each session. Contact us at 808-582-8660 now!
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