Chronic Knee Pain

What not to do if I have CHRONIC KNEE PAIN?

January 22, 20252 min read

When it comes to managing 🤯 CHRONIC KNEE PAIN, there are a few key mistakes you'll want to avoid at all costs. 


Here Are 6 Things You Should NEVER Do If You’re Suffering With 

🤯 CHRONIC KNEE PAIN


#1. Ignore The Pain 

Many people try to "tough out" their 🤯 CHRONIC KNEE PAIN, continuing to push through high-impact activities. 


This only serves to further aggravate the underlying issue and delay the healing process.


#2. Skip The Strengthening 

Weak muscles around the knee joint can contribute to instability and increase stress on the knee. 


Avoid skipping out on strength training exercises that target the quadriceps, hamstrings, and hips.


#3. Neglect Flexibility 

Tight muscles and connective tissues limit the knee's range of motion and put more strain on the joint. 


Make sure you're dedicating time to stretching the quads, hamstrings, calves, and hip flexors.


#4. Wear Unsupportive Shoes 👟

Worn-out, flat shoes👟 provide little cushioning or stability, which can exacerbate 🤯 CHRONIC KNEE PAIN. 


Always wear shoes👟 designed for your specific foot type and activity level.


#5. Take Anti-Inflammatories 

Long-Term While over-the-counter meds like ibuprofen can provide temporary relief, relying on them indefinitely can delay healing by masking the underlying problem.


#6. Ignore Swelling Or Instability 

If your knee is significantly swollen or feels like it may give out, don't brush it off. 


These are signs of a more serious issue that requires medical attention.


The key is to address 🤯 CHRONIC KNEE PAIN proactively through a combination of rest, strengthening, flexibility, and proper support. 


Rushing back into high-impact activities or trying to power through the pain will only make things worse in the long run.


By the way, 


…have you considered scheduling a 4-Step Knee Restoration Exam™ to get to the root cause of your 🤯 CHRONIC KNEE PAIN?  


This revolutionary exam will help identify… 


…the structure, alignment, and biomechanics of your knees


…tenderness around your knee


…the type of knee damage you have 


…the severity of your knee damage 


…And so much more


Once we have this data we will know IF WE CAN HELP reduce or eliminate the swelling, tenderness, difficulty walking, sleepless nights 💤, and discomfort.


So that you can get your life back…


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Talk again soon


Dr. Rich Benjamin, DC.


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Dr. Rich Benjamin, DC.

Dr. Rich Benjamin graduated from Sherman College of Chiropractic in 2005. He is certified in the Gonstead technique and was President of the Gonstead Study Club during his tenure at Sherman. He specializes in Knee Pain, Shoulder Pain and Peripheral Neurological in Fort Mill, SC.

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