Posts in Knee Pain
Patellar Tendonitis / Jumper's Knee
Patellar Tendonitis / Jumper's Knee

Jumper’s knee doesn’t just happen to jumpers.
Truth is, we see plenty of runners, lifters, pickleball players — even desk-jockeys — dealing with nagging pain right below their kneecap. Patellar tendinitis (or patellar tendonitis… however you like to spell it) is an overuse injury that happens when your quadriceps overpower your glutes, placing repetitive stress on the patellar tendon over time.
When this tendon gets angry, it lets you know — with sharp, achy, or burning pain right below the kneecap.

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Knee Pain, Lower Extremity PainReid NellesMinnesota Movement Chiropractic & Wellness | Sport & Spinechaska, chiropractic visit, chiropractor, chiropractor excelsior mn, chiropractic near me, chanhassen, chiropractic care, chiropractic, Active Release Technique, best chiropractor, sports massage, Sports Chiropractic, sports Chiropractor, mallory christopherson, reid nelles, Knee Pain, knee exercises, runners knee, jumpers knee, patellar pain, patelofemoral pain syndrome, patellar tendonitisComment
Why Your Knee Hurts (and Why It’s Probably Not Your Knee’s Fault!)
Why Your Knee Hurts (and Why It’s Probably Not Your Knee’s Fault!)

Ever feel like your knee just doesn’t trust you anymore? One minute you’re running hills around Lake Minnetonka or crushing your WOD at the gym — and the next, your knee is barking like you’ve aged 40 years overnight.

Here’s the thing: your knee might not actually be the problem. It’s usually the victim of what’s happening above (the hip) or below (the ankle). At Minnesota Movement Chiropractic & Sports Rehab in Excelsior, we see this all the time — athletes, golfers, runners, and weekend warriors dealing with stubborn knee pain that keeps coming back no matter how much they stretch, foam roll, or ice it.

If that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place. We’ll help you figure out why your knee’s angry, fix the real cause, and get you back to doing what you love — pain-free and stronger than before.

(Spoiler: your knee will thank you, and so will your squat form.)

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Runner’s Knee and Jumper’s Knee
Runner’s Knee and Jumper’s Knee

It is difficult to pinpoint the direct cause of runner’s knee. In its basic form, runner’s knee occurs when that precious cartilage under your kneecap breaks down and is worn to the point where it is no longer protective, causing pain. Or, it can happen because your gait or biomechanics are off causing uneven tracking of the patella and resulting in uneven wear and tear. You may develop it because of an injury but the biggest culprit is overuse. You will notice knee pain during even the simplest activities like using stairs, squatting, and kneeling. So for those of you who live an active lifestyle, pay close attention to your knees.

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Tendinopathy: Tendonitis & Tendonosis Rehab Exercises and Treatment
Tendinopathy: Tendonitis & Tendonosis Rehab Exercises and Treatment

Tendinopathies—including tendonitis (inflammation) and tendonosis (chronic tendon injury) can occur to a myriad of joints and areas of the body. Whether you’re dealing with pitcher’s shoulder, tennis elbow, jumper’s knee, or Achilles tendon pain, our evidence-based treatments help patients from the greater Lake Minnetonka area recover and prevent re-injury.
Both tendinitis and tendonosis can present with sharp pain at the muscle-joint connection, stiffness, reduced mobility, and tenderness.

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What is IT Band Syndrome? How can Sports Chiropractic Care help?
What is IT Band Syndrome? How can Sports Chiropractic Care help?

The iliotibial (IT) band is a thick band of connective tissue that runs from the hip, along the outside of the thigh, and attaches just below the knee. When the muscles that attach to this band (Glute Min and Tensor Fascia Latae) become tight or overused, it can rub against the outer knee and/or hip, causing inflammation and pain. When the IT band thickens or tightens, it places extra pressure on the knee bursa, leading to swelling, irritation, and pain—especially during running, cycling, or prolonged walking. Our goal with treatment and rehabilitation exercises is to restore the muscle balance necessary in order to decrease the tension of the soft tissues and therefore reduce the friction across the knee or hip. In other words, addressing the root cause and not just covering up symptoms!

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Running Warm-Up / Three Key Exercises to Get Ready!
Running Warm-Up / Three Key Exercises to Get Ready!

“Does a Lion warm up before it chases down a Gazelle?!”

No, it doesn’t. But you’re not a Lion. You’re a middle aged corporate worker who just sat on their butt for the last 8-10 hours and now you’re going to do a complete 180 and go be an athlete.

Yeah, it’s a good idea to do a quick, targeted, warm up!

A good running warm up is always important to make sure that your body is primed for the workload you’ll be placing on it. Warm ups aren’t just stretching. They include actively prepping the muscles and tissues that will be worked according to the exercise you’re about to embark upon. For running, this should include exercises which get the feet, knees, glutes, and low back ready.

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Knee Pain, Hip Pain, Low Back Pain, Foot Pain, Lower Extremity PainDr. Michael ZubkovMinnesota Movement Chiropractic Sport & Spinerehab, rehabilitation, running, running gait, hip pain, hip exercises, chiropractic near me, chiropractor near me, chiropractic visit, chiropractor excelsior mn, chiropractic care, chiropractic, chiropractor, Active Release Technique, foot pain, low back painComment