Knee Pain from Sports Injuries

If you are active in sports, knee injuries are quite common, and they can derail you from taking part in the game you love. Whether you participate in high-impact games like rugby or football, or minimal-contact games like tennis, you can sustain a knee injury. If you live an active lifestyle, knowing about the different knee injuries and where you can get treatment is important. At Back In Motion Chiropractic, we have helped many patients in and around Beaverton with knee injuries. We would like to shed some light on this condition.

Common Sports Knee Injuries

Knee injuries crop up due to overuse or an acute injury from an impact or collision. Some common knee injuries in sports include:

• Tendonitis: Overuse of the knee causes inflammation of the tendons, resulting in pain, swelling, and limited mobility. Patellar tendinitis affects the tendon running from the shinbone (tibia) to the knee cap (patella).
• Bursitis: A knee bursa is a fluid-filled sac that enables the joint to run smoothly by preventing ligaments and tendons from rubbing against the bone. Blows and repetitive motions may inflame one or more bursae, resulting in knee pain, swelling, and tenderness.
• Torn ligaments: Ligaments are tough connective tissues in joints that aid with stability and movement. If you have a torn ligament, your knee becomes unstable, and movement is significantly limited. A torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a common knee injury in sports that injures the tendon at the center of the knee responsible for the rotation and forward movement of the shinbone.
• Meniscus tear: The meniscus acts as a shock absorber. It can be torn due to an awkward twist or direct trauma to the knee.

Contact Back In Motion Chiropractic in Beaverton, OR

Whether you have acute or chronic knee pain, you don’t have to go through it alone. Seeing a chiropractor can provide quick joint pain relief. If you have a nagging knee injury and are looking for natural and effective treatment, schedule an appointment with Back In Motion Chiropractic. Call our team today at (503) 524-9040 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.