Chattanooga Knee Pain Relief
Are you looking for an experienced clinic with dependable knee pain treatment in Chattanooga?
Bryn Medical is your best choice. Our team of medical providers and healthcare professionals work closely within a single facility to offer our patients the most effective combination of care for those experiencing knee pain.
Got Knee Pain?
Don't Let Knee Pain Stop You...
Here at Bryn Medical here in Chattanooga, we understand how debilitating chronic knee pain can be.
If you’re suffering from painful or achy knees, – it’s very easy to think that it’s “just something that comes with age”, it’s a bit of “wear and tear”, or that it’s nothing and it’ll go away on its own.
You may have tried stretching, resting, heat, ice, maybe even just pushing through it – but it doesn’t seem to be getting any better!
If you are experiencing this type of knee pain, you’re not alone – we hear this type of thing all the time. In fact, Knee Pain is one of THE most common problems that we see in our Chattanooga physical medicine clinic.
When presented with invasive and expensive options, such as knee replacement surgery and continual use of pain medications, it seems like there are no good, nor long-term solutions for your knee pain relief.
Here at Bryn Medical here in Chattanooga, we understand how debilitating chronic knee pain can be.
If you are experiencing knee pain, you’re not alone, Knee Pain is one of THE most common problems that we see in our Chattanooga physical medicine clinic.
When faced with options, like knee replacement surgery or continual use of pain meds, it seems like there are no good, nor long-term solutions for your knee pain relief.
Get Your NO-COST Knee Checkup:
Fill out this form and our front desk will find a time that fits your schedule for your knee checkup/evaluation.
Discover what is going on with your knee, as well as your different options:
We do not to send any unsolicited communications. Privacy and terms. Due to federal regulations this offer does not apply to Medicare/Medicaid patients.
What Really is Knee Pain?
As one of the strongest and most complex joints in your body, your knees handle a considerable amount of strain, stress and wear and tear every day.
Not only do they hold your full body weight every time you take a step, but they also support 5x greater load every time you jog, jump or even go up stairs.
Regardless of the cause, whether from an accident, a new or old injury from years ago, or unknow reasons, all knee pain can lead to increased friction which creates continual wear-and-tear on the knee. This causes inflammation and swelling which can create more damage. This is called knee arthritis (knee joint inflammation). Over time, knee arthritis causes breakdown in that joint.
The first step is to pinpoint the exact mechanism of why your knee pain is occurring by evaluating your knee, its function, then develop a blueprint of exactly what has happened and the degree of damage.
As one of the strongest and most complex joints in your body, your knees handle a considerable amount of strain, stress and wear and tear every day.
All knee pain can lead to increased friction which creates continual wear-and-tear on the knee. This causes inflammation and swelling which can create more damage. This is called knee arthritis (knee joint inflammation).
The first step is to pinpoint the exact mechanism of why your knee pain is occurring.
Common Knee Pain Symptoms
Knee pain symptoms can vary in type and severity. Some of the symptoms that benefit from an orthopedic evaluation by a knee pain specialist at Bryn Medical include:
- Sore joints after inactivity or overuse
- Pain while bending your knee
- Knee stiffness in the morning or after resting
- Pain during and after hiking or walking
- Pain when getting up from a chair or using stairs
- Joint pain during or after exercise
- Grinding, crunching, grating, or catching when you flex or bend your knee
- Evening knee pain after your typical day of normal activity
- Deterioration of coordination or loss of balance due to stiffness and pain
- Weakened muscles in your legs
- Chronic knee pain
Got Knee Pain?
Get a KNEE Check-up...
Get Your NO-COST Knee Checkup:
Fill out this form and our front desk will find a time that fits your schedule for your knee checkup/evaluation.
Discover what is going on with your knee, as well as your different options:
We do not to send any unsolicited communications. Privacy and terms. Due to federal regulations this offer does not apply to Medicare/Medicaid patients.
FAQs About Knee Pain
How do I know if my knee pain is serious?
How long until my knee pain goes away?
If you are a candidate for the Bryn Medical Knee Recovery Program, most patients feel relief beginning after the first few treatments. After the first stage of your program, the majority of patients feel dramatic relief and have returned to regular activities, including stairs, walking/jogging, and more natural knee motions.
Does Bryn Medical's protocol include knee bursitis treatment?
The short answer if our treatment affects knee bursitis is: yes!
Knee bursitis is a condition that occurs when the small, fluid-filled sacs called bursae become inflamed. These sacs act as cushions between the knee bones, tendons, and muscles around the knee joint, helping to reduce friction during movement. Specifically in the knee, several bursae aid in smooth joint motion, but when one or more of these sacs become irritated or inflamed, it can lead to discomfort, swelling, and limited mobility. Factors contributing to knee bursitis may include repetitive stress, direct trauma to the knee joint, or an underlying condition like knee arthritis or gout. Bursitis can affect anyone but is more common among athletes, individuals who engage in repetitive kneeling, and those with a history of joint issues.
Conservative approaches to treat bursitis and the affected joint aims to reduce the inflamed bursa, relieve pain, and restore normal function in the affected area. The initial approach typically involves the RICE protocol (rest, ice, compression, and elevation), which helps alleviate swelling and discomfort. Our physical medicine protocols and therapy exercises can strengthen the muscles surrounding the knee, improving joint stability and promoting a faster recovery, all while reducing bursitis pain. To prevent bursitis from recurring, it’s crucial to identify and address the underlying causes, such as modifying activities that place excessive stress on the knee, using proper protective gear during sports, and maintaining a healthy body weight to reduce pressure on the joints.
What does arthritis in the knee feel like?
WHAT IS THE ACCELERATED JOINT RECOVERY PROTOCOL?
Because every individual that comes to Bryn Medical is different, our Accelerated Joint Recovery Protocol is personalized for each patient.
Our team of healthcare providers have decades of experience and deploy a protocol pulling from nearly a dozen proven treatment modalities.
The aim of the Accelerated Joint Recovery Protocol is to restore function, increase the health of the tissues and joints, decreasing pain, while being back functionality.
We want to see you living an active life!
What is a torn acl?
A torn ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury happens when the ACL in your knee gets damaged or torn (‘ACL tear’). The ACL is a strong band of tissue that connects your thigh bone (femur) to your shinbone (tibia) and helps keep your knee stable when you move. When this ligament gets torn (ACL injury), it can cause a lot of pain and make it hard to move your knee.
Some common causes of a torn ACL include playing sports (ex: football tackle) or doing activities that involve sudden stops, quick changes in direction, or jumping and landing. Sports like basketball, soccer, and football have a higher risk of ACL injuries because they involve these types of movements. Accidents, like falling or getting hit in the knee, can also cause a torn ACL.
There are a few symptoms or warning signs that might suggest someone has torn their ACL. These can include:
- A “pop” sound or feeling: When the ACL tears, some people might hear or feel a popping sensation in their knee.
- Pain: An ACL injury can cause severe pain in the knee, making it hard to walk or put weight on the injured leg.
- Swelling: The knee injury might swell up quickly after the ACL injury. This swelling can be a sign that something is wrong inside the knee joint.
- Instability: If the knee joint feels wobbly or like it’s giving out when you try to stand or walk, it might be a sign of a torn ACL.
If you think you or someone else has a torn ACL, it’s important to get it checked out right away.
Don't Let Knee Pain Stop You in Your Tracks...
Contact Bryn Medical today to learn more about your knee joint pain, as well as see if you are a candidate for our Accelerated Joint Recovery Protocol.