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Knee Pain Treatment in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Knee pain can make stairs, squats, and even walking uncomfortable. Whether it started after a twist, long runs, or months of wear and tear, it rarely improves without a focused plan. At Carpe Diem Chiropractic, our Board Certified chiropractors and Physical Therapy Certified team provide safe, noninvasive knee pain treatment in Fort Lauderdale and knee pain treatment in Plantation. We design personalized plans that relieve pain, improve stability, and help you move with confidence.
Understanding Knee Pain
Knee pain occurs when the joint, supporting ligaments, tendons, or muscles are strained, injured, or degenerating. It can result from overuse, sport- or work-related injury, cartilage wear-and-tear, or biomechanical issues. Left unaddressed, knee pain may limit walking, climbing stairs, standing, or enjoying physical activity — significantly impacting mobility and wellness. Common conditions include:
- Osteoarthritis of the knee with stiffness and morning pain
- Patellofemoral pain and kneecap tracking issues
- Patellar tendinitis and quadriceps tendinopathy
- Meniscus irritation or small tears that cause catching or joint line pain
- IT band syndrome and lateral knee pain from running or cycling
- ACL and MCL sprains and other ligament strains
- Bursitis and swelling around the kneecap or inner knee
- Referred pain from hip or ankle mechanics that overload the knee
Knee pain can arise from various factors, often related to overuse, injury, or underlying health conditions. Common causes of knee pain include:
- Sudden Stops or Changes in Direction: Quick pivots or abrupt halts, common in activities like running or playing sports, can strain the knee joint, leading to discomfort or injury.
- Improper Landing or Movements: Landing awkwardly during physical activities like jumping can put excessive pressure on the knee joint, causing pain or damage to the surrounding structures.
- Direct Impact: A blow to the knee, whether from a fall, collision, or accident, can result in bruising, inflammation, or damage to ligaments, tendons, or cartilage.
- Overuse or Repetitive Strain: Prolonged or repetitive activities, such as running or cycling, can lead to overuse injuries, including tendinitis or bursitis, which often manifest as knee pain.
- Arthritis or Degenerative Conditions: Conditions like osteoarthritis, where the cartilage in the knee wears down over time, can lead to chronic knee pain and stiffness.
Our Expertise
At Carpe Diem Chiropractic, we understand how knee pain affects your health, movement and lifestyle. Our board-certified chiropractors and physical-therapy-certified team use safe, non-invasive, drug-free care. We specialise in:
● Reducing joint pain, inflammation and imbalance around the knee
● Restoring flexibility, range of motion and joint alignment
● Strengthening the muscles that support your knee, hip and lower leg
● Promoting long-term knee health, function and resilience
With advanced chiropractic techniques, rehabilitative exercises and therapeutic care, we help patients regain mobility, alleviate pain and return to active living.
Signs It Is Time To Seek Care
Facing knee pain can be frustrating—from difficulty standing, climbing stairs, bending the knee, or feeling the knee give way, to avoiding favourite activities. We know how limiting it can feel.
At Carpe Diem Chiropractic, we’re here to help you take back control. Our dedicated team offers natural, non-invasive knee-care tailored to you. Whether your pain comes from ligament strain, cartilage wear, tendon injury or joint misalignment, we deliver proven treatments so you can restore movement and confidence.
Our personalised approach focuses on:
● Easing knee-joint pain and reducing inflammation
● Improving mobility, stability and alignment in the knee and surrounding joints
● Strengthening the muscles supporting your knee, hip and leg
● Enhancing overall strength, confidence and independence
You don’t have to face knee pain alone. Carpe Diem Chiropractic offers a caring, supportive environment where your comfort and health always come first.
Take the first step toward a more active, pain-free life—because every day is worth seizing.
What Our Patients are Saying
Your Personalized Knee Pain Treatment Plan
We believe in patient-centred, results-driven care. Your treatment begins with a full consultation and physical assessment to understand your knee-pain history, identify affected structures (ligaments, tendons, cartilage, joint surfaces), and evaluate your mobility, strength and gait. This deep assessment allows us to craft a customised treatment plan aligned with your condition and goals.
Our approach may include:
● Gentle chiropractic adjustments to reduce joint misalignment, relieve pressure and improve knee-alignment and function
● Soft-tissue therapy to release tight muscles, address tendon or ligament strain, scar tissue and improve joint function
● Targeted therapeutic exercises to build strength, improve flexibility, restore movement and support knee stability
● Lifestyle guidance including posture, gait training, footwear/ergonomics coaching and preventive strategies to support long-term knee health
Chiropractic care offers a natural, drug-free option to manage knee pain. With multiple proven techniques available, we’ll select the most effective methods for your individual condition—ensuring each session is safe, precise and comfortable.
Why Patients Choose Carpe Diem Chiropractic
Our patients typically find relief from knee pain, improved range of motion, increased stability, and a renewed sense of confidence in everyday movement and activity. Our ongoing care is focused on improving function so you can live your best life again. Partnering with Carpe Diem for your care includes:
- Trusted knee pain treatment in Fort Lauderdale and Plantation
- Evidence based care that helps you rely less on medication and avoid unnecessary surgery
- Clear plans, friendly hours, and a team focused on your results
Specialized Knee-Pain Services
● Spinal Adjustments: Though focused on the spine, aligning the pelvis and spinal posture reduces compensatory stress on the knees, improving function.
● Physical Therapy and Therapeutic Exercise: Custom exercise programmes and physical-therapy techniques strengthen knee, hip and lower-leg muscles, enhance mobility and prevent future knee-injury.
● Dry Needling: Targeting trigger points in the muscles around the knee and lower leg to relieve tension, reduce pain and improve function.
● Spinal Decompression Therapy: While primarily for back/spine, reducing spinal nerve or disc pressure can positively impact lower-limb mechanics and knee alignment.
● Whole-Body Vibration Therapy: Promotes circulation, muscle activation and improved joint mobility in the lower extremities including the knee.
● Soft Tissue Therapies: Techniques like IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization), A.R.T. (Active Release Technique), and Massage Therapy help release muscle adhesions, tendon tightness and scar tissue around the knee complex.
● Cupping Therapy: An ancient technique to increase blood flow, decrease inflammation and support soft-tissue healing in knee and lower-leg areas.
● Advanced Treatments: Shockwave Therapy, Laser Therapy and Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy facilitate cellular healing, reduce inflammation and support recovery for persistent knee-pain cases.
Meet Our Chiropractic Team
Dr. Stefania Sobrero
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Carly Lutz
Doctor of Chiropractic
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, chiropractic care is a safe, non-invasive treatment for knee pain. Chiropractors customize treatments based on the patient’s specific condition to ensure a comfortable and effective recovery process.
Schedule a consultation with a chiropractor to evaluate your condition, discuss your recovery goals, and determine if chiropractic care is a suitable option for your knee pain.
Absolutely. Strengthening the surrounding muscles, improving joint alignment, and enhancing stability through chiropractic care can reduce the risk of future knee issues or re-injury.
The need for surgery depends on the cause and severity of your knee pain. Many knee problems, such as sprains, strains, or minor injuries, can improve significantly with chiropractic care and rehabilitation, potentially avoiding the need for surgery.
Yes, chiropractic care can complement surgical recovery by providing therapies that reduce pain, improve mobility, and accelerate rehabilitation.
It’s best to start chiropractic care as soon as possible after a knee injury to manage pain, reduce swelling, and prevent further complications during the healing process.
Yes, consistent chiropractic care can address underlying issues, improve joint function, and reduce the risk of chronic pain, instability, or arthritis caused by untreated knee problems.
Yes, chiropractic care can still provide relief for older knee pain by addressing lingering discomfort, restoring mobility, and improving strength and stability in the knee.
Yes, by strengthening the muscles around the knee, improving joint alignment, and reducing scar tissue, chiropractic care can enhance stability and help prevent re-injury.
Recovery time depends on the severity of your knee pain, but many patients experience significant improvements within weeks to months with consistent chiropractic care and rehabilitation.
At Carpe Diem Chiropractic, we are committed to helping you recover from knee pain and restore strength, stability, and mobility. Don’t let pain or limited movement hold you back—schedule your appointment today at one of our convenient locations in Fort Lauderdale and Plantation, FL, and take the first step toward lasting recovery and a more active life!
