Is the Weather Increasing Your Knee Pain? Try Shockwave Therapy
Cold, damp weather and humidity can increase joint pain and inflammation. If you have a joint condition like arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or lupus, you may notice that you have worsening knee pain in the fall and winter. At Amplify Chiropractic and Wellness, Dr. Josh Rinaldi can help you find relief from knee pain. He will design a chiropractic care plan that uses chiropractic rehabilitation therapies and shockwave therapy in Poughkeepsie, NY, to treat seasonal knee pain and help you find lasting knee pain relief.
How the Weather Affects Knee Pain
It isn’t just a myth that the weather can increase joint pain. Changes in barometric pressure can cause the tissues around your joints to swell and expand, which puts added pressure on your joints. Cold, damp weather can also make you less likely to exercise or move around as much as you do when the weather is nice, which can cause your joints to stiffen and swell. The cold can also cause inflammatory responses in the body that make joint pain worse.
Can Shockwave Therapy Relieve Knee Pain?
Shockwave therapy is a safe, non-invasive treatment option for muscle and joint pain. It is particularly effective for the treatment of arthritis and other conditions that cause joint swelling and inflammation. During shockwave therapy, Dr. Rinaldi will use a device to direct high-energy acoustic waves to targeted treatment areas around your knees. As your body absorbs these acoustic waves, it will increase blood flow, oxygenation, and nutrients to the injured area. Shockwave therapy can also reduce swelling, inflammation, scar tissue buildup, and calcification, which will relieve pain and stiffness and make it easier to get up and walk around.
Why Consider Chiropractic Knee Pain Treatment?
If you can’t find relief from knee pain with home remedies or pain medication, or if you want to reduce your reliance on pain medication, you should consider chiropractic care. Chiropractic therapies unlock the body’s natural ability to heal itself. Shockwave therapy and other chiropractic therapies are low-risk, safe, and non-invasive. You can find relief from knee pain without any downtime or recovery time, and without worrying about dangerous side effects. Chiropractic care can also accelerate the healing process and improve strength, range of motion, and flexibility.
Explore Knee Pain Treatment Options in Poughkeepsie, NY
If you’re interested in exploring drug-free, all-natural options for knee pain treatment in Poughkeepsie, NY, visit us at Amplify Chiropractic and Wellness. Dr. Rinaldi and our team can evaluate the root cause of your knee pain and determine if you are a good candidate for shockwave therapy. If your knee pain increases in the fall and winter, we can also help you make key lifestyle changes to reduce the frequency or severity of your knee pain. Call us now to schedule an appointment, or contact us online with questions.
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