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Get Lasting Hip and Knee Pain Relief in Jersey City
Stop letting pain control your life. At Urban Chiropractic, we don’t just mask your symptoms—we find and treat the root cause of your pain.
Your hips and knees are the primary shock absorbers for your entire body. When one is misaligned, the other often compensates, leading to a cycle of pain. At Urban Chiropractic, we analyze your lower body mechanics to take the pressure off your joints and get you back on your feet.
Common Hip and Knee Problems We Treat
Hip Pain and Dysfunction
As a major weight-bearing “ball and socket” joint, your hip relies on perfect alignment to prevent the cartilage wear and nerve impingement that leads to chronic groin and pelvic pain.
You might feel:
- Sharp pain in the groin or outer hip when walking or climbing
- A deep dull ache in the buttock or pelvic region
- Difficulty sitting for long periods due to hip stiffness
- A catching or clicking sensation when rotating your leg
Usually caused by:
- Osteoarthritis (cartilage wear and tear)
- Hip Impingement (bone-on-bone function
- Labral Tears (damaged joint cushioning)
- Referred Low Back Pain (spinal nerve irritation)
Knee Pain and Dysfunction
The knee is a complex hinge joint that is highly sensitive to “tracking” issues; if your hips or ankles are misaligned, the knee twists unnaturally, causing inflammation and ligament strain.
You might feel:
- Sharp pain behind the kneecap or deep inside the joint.
- A "grinding" or popping sensation during squats or movement.
- Swelling and stiffness that makes it difficult to bend your leg.
- A feeling of the knee "giving out" or instability when changing directions.
Usually caused by:
- Patellofemoral Syndrome (kneecap tracking issues).
- IT Band Syndrome (outer thigh friction).
- Meniscus or Ligament Strains (overuse or trauma).
- Improper Foot Mechanics (collapsed arches causing knee torque).
How Urban Chiropractic Helps Relieve Hip and Knee Pain
At Urban Chiropractic, we provide personalized, non-invasive care focused on correcting the underlying causes of hip and knee pain—not just temporary relief.
- Joint Mobilization: Manual techniques to increase fluid motion within the joint.
- Active Release Therapy (ART): Releases tension in the hip flexors and quads.
- Postural & Gait Analysis: Identifies walking patterns overstressing your knees.
- Trigger Point Therapy: Deactivates knots in the glutes and thighs.
- The Gonstead Adjustment: Ensures your pelvis and lower back are level.
How to Prevent Hip and Knee Pain
- Maintain healthy weight
Reduce the daily mechanical stress placed on your lower body joints.
- Wear supportive footwear
Use shoes with proper arch support to keep your knees and hips aligned.
- Strengthen your glutes
Build strong hip stabilizers to take the pressure off your knee ligaments.
- Vary your movement
Avoid sitting with crossed legs to prevent hip joint misalignment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my knee hurt if I didn't injure it?
Knee pain is often caused by a problem in your hip or ankle that forces the knee to twist.
Can chiropractic help with arthritis?
We cannot reverse arthritis, but we can improve joint mobility and reduce inflammation.
What is "Runner's Knee"?
Most patients experience improved mobility and decreased pain within 3–6 weeks.