Spine & movement
Back Pain
Back discomfort that gets in the way of work, rest, or movement.
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Knee Pain & Tracking
Knee discomfort with stairs, squatting, or daily movement.
Understanding knee pain & tracking
Knee pain may come from the joint, kneecap tracking, ligaments, or surrounding muscles — and sometimes from how the hip and foot load the leg. The pattern of pain and your activity history guide the evaluation.
Symptoms you may notice
- Pain with stairs, squatting, or kneeling
- Swelling or stiffness
- A feeling of giving way or catching
- Pain around or behind the kneecap
Why an individual evaluation matters
Overuse, previous injury, and joint changes are frequent contributors. Locking, true giving way, or significant swelling after an injury should be assessed medically. Leg alignment and hip control often influence knee symptoms.
Where One Life’s care may fit
Dr. Jon can look at how your spine, pelvis, and posture contribute to leg loading and discuss whether One Life’s approach is appropriate. Structural knee injuries may need medical or rehabilitative care, and he can refer when that is the better fit.
Explore our upper cervical approachWhen to seek medical care
Seek urgent care for a knee that locks, cannot bear weight, or is visibly deformed after an injury, or for a hot, swollen knee with fever.
This is not a complete list of warning signs. If you think you may be experiencing an emergency, call 911 rather than wait for an office appointment.
Educational information, not a diagnosis or individualized medical advice. Care recommendations and results vary. Discuss treatment risks, benefits, and alternatives with your provider.
MedlinePlus: Knee injuries and disordersYOUR FIRST VISIT
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Questions about knee pain & tracking
Can posture affect my knees?
How the spine, pelvis, and hips move changes the load on the knees, so a whole-body view is useful.
Should I rest it completely?
Brief relative rest can help after a flare, but prolonged complete rest usually is not the answer. Your clinician can guide activity.
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