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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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Sports Chiropractic vs. Physical Therapy for Shoulder Pain: What's the difference?!
Sports Chiropractic vs. Physical Therapy for Shoulder Pain: What's the difference?!

If you’ve ever had shoulder pain, you know it’s one of those things that makes everything annoying. Brushing your teeth? Hurts. Putting on a shirt? Hurts. Trying to impress your friends with your overhead press PR? Definitely hurts.

Here’s the thing: the shoulder is an insanely mobile joint — which is great when you’re serving an ace or hitting a drive down the fairway, but not so great when the smallest imbalance throws the whole system off. And that’s exactly why shoulder pain is one of the most common things we see at Minnesota Movement.

Now, you might be wondering, “Should I see a chiropractor or a physical therapist for shoulder pain?” Read the full blog to find out!

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Anterior Pelvic Tilt / Lower Crossed Syndrome
Anterior Pelvic Tilt / Lower Crossed Syndrome

You know that feeling when your low back is constantly tight, your hips ache after sitting too long, and no amount of stretching seems to fix it? Yeah… that might not just be “getting older” — it could be Lower Crossed Syndrome (aka the lazy glutes + tight hip flexors combo). At Minnesota Movement, we see this all the time — from weekend warriors to high-level athletes.

The good news? This is totally fixable — and faster than you’d think. Whether it’s from sitting all day, training hard without mobility work, or just years of bad movement habits, we’ll help you figure out why your body got here and teach it how to move the right way again.

So if you’ve ever caught yourself wondering why your posture looks more “Instagram slouch” than “Olympic sprinter,” don’t worry — we’ve got you (and your pelvis) covered.

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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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Bulging Discs / Sports Chiropractic Care and Conservative Treatment
Bulging Discs / Sports Chiropractic Care and Conservative Treatment

Many people don’t realize that bulging discs can present without any symptoms, while others experience pain, tingling, or numbness that disrupts daily life. This is where an expert diagnosis from our team becomes critical. From this diagnosis and assessment of severity, we can work together on making the decision to consult with one of our trusted Spinal Surgeons for referral or continue with Conservative Care and Physical Therapy.
At Minnesota Movement Sports Chiropractic in Excelsior, we provide specialized care for bulging discs, herniated discs, and related spinal conditions. Whether your symptoms began after a workout, long hours at a desk, or something as simple as bending down to pick up a pencil, our trained Sports Chiropractors are here to help you recover—without the need for invasive procedures.

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Chiropractic Care for Headache and Migraine Relief
Chiropractic Care for Headache and Migraine Relief

If you're dealing with headaches, you're far from alone. Studies show nearly 90% of Americans suffer from headaches at some point. Unfortunately, many people resort to painkillers that offer only temporary relief. Here at Minnesota Movement Chiropractic we specialize in helping active individuals and athletes throughout the Lake Minnetonka area find lasting relief from persistent headaches. Whether you suffer from cervicogenic headaches, migraine headaches, or tension headaches, our comprehensive approach is designed to address the root cause—not just mask the symptoms.

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