Joint Pain FAQs Answered by a Topeka, KS, Chiropractor

Joint pain is an unfortunate part of many people's lives. For some, it's merely a temporary issue that occurs from an injury. For others, however, the pain is chronic. At Bolz Chiropractic, serving Topeka, KS, and the nearby region, we offer relief. But what should you know about this pain? We have some answers!

What Are the Causes of Joint Pain?

You could develop an injury to your joint if you fall or have some sort of impact on a joint. For instance, you could develop a sprain, which affects a ligament.

Temporary joint pain could also stem from overuse, and this will subside with rest. For instance, tendonitis, swelling of a tendon, can lead to joint pain. With this injury, you may have pain temporarily, but it'll ease after you rest the area. 

For people who have jobs or participate in activities that repeatedly stress the tendon, the condition could be chronic.

Joint pain could also be from a chronic condition like arthritis, which causes inflammation of the joint. The most common form of this condition is osteoarthritis, which stems from wear and tear on the joint. 

Sometimes, the cause of your joint pain might be a dislocation. This happens when the two bones that make a joint separate. We should note that these are merely some of the causes of joint pain. 

Can Chiropractic Care Help With Joint Pain?

Chiropractors specialize in caring for the musculoskeletal system, including the joints. While you primarily see these specialists depicted as working on people's backs only, they can help with joint pain in other locations as well, such as your knees, ankles, and shoulders. 

Fortunately, with chiropractic care, we can target any of the joints to relieve your pain, promote healing (if it's possible), and optimize your function and flexion. 

What Types of Chiropractic Treatments Will You Provide?

The exact chiropractic treatment plan we use depends on your situation, like whether you had an injury or if it's a chronic condition. Your medical history will also play a role, and so will the severity of the issue. 

One example is spinal alignment treatment if you're suffering from joint pain in your back. We can use alignments on other joints as well.

Exercise therapy is another option that we commonly use, and it consists of your chiropractor guiding you through exercises. 

Relief for Joint Issues from Our Chiropractor

At Bolz Chiropractic, serving Topeka, KS, and the neighboring communities, our chiropractor provides you with guidance on how to properly stretch an area and for how long. Then, you can also perform exercises at home. 

Contact us today for an appointment if you're over that joint pain by calling 785-272-2090.