Infinite Wellness Center

What are the most common knee injuries?

As the largest and one of the most complex joints in the body, the knee sustains the greatest number of injuries than any other joint.

Some of the most common knee injuries include:
Bone fractures
Dislocations
Ligament injuries (ACL, PCL, collateral)
Meniscal tears
Bursitis
Tendinitis

Schedule an appointment today to identify the root cause of your knee pain and discuss your treatment options.

Understanding tailbone pain

Tailbone pain occurs when the bottom part of your spine, called the coccyx, sustains an injury and becomes inflamed.

Common causes of tailbone pain include:

Falling
Prolonged sitting on a hard surface
Obesity
Degenerative joints
Pregnancy and childbirth

Tailbone pain can be debilitating. Contact our office to schedule an appointment to get relief today.

Understanding why knee pain gets worse at night

Many people struggle to rest at night due to knee pain. This is because cortisol — your stress and anti-inflammatory hormone — naturally decreases at night, leaving your joints more prone to painful inflammation. Additionally, lack of movement causes joints to become stiff.

Contact us for an appointment today to talk through strategies and treatment options to help you get your sleep back.

Tips for sleeping with back pain

Back pain can seriously disrupt your sleep quality. Here are a few positioning tips to help you get a good night’s sleep:

Side sleepers: Lie in the fetal position or put a pillow between your knees
Stomach sleepers: Put a pillow under your abdomen
Back sleepers: Put a pillow under your knees
Schedule an appointment with us today to talk through treatment options so you can get the rest you need.

Can tennis ball massages help relieve back pain?

If you’re looking for a quick and effective way to relieve your back pain at home, a tennis ball is a great option.
Tennis ball massages can help:
Reduce muscle tension
Improve blood flow
Release endorphins (pain-fighting hormone)
Increase the flow of healing nutrients
Schedule an appointment with us to talk through your options for long-lasting relief from your back pain.

Surviving stairs with knee pain

Knee pain makes climbing stairs a challenge, which can seriously impact day-to-day activities. Here are some helpful tips to keep your pain to a minimum:

Put both feet on each step
Lead with your good leg when going upstairs
Lead with your bad leg when going downstairs
Use a handrail or walking stick
Warm up your knee with gentle exercise

Contact our office for an appointment today.

A slipped (“herniated”) disc happens when the gel-like cushions between the bones in your spine get pushed out. This can be very painful if it presses on local nerves. This injury typically resolves itself over time with rest, gentle exercise, and over-the-counter painkillers.

If you think you have a slipped disc, contact us for an appointment with one of our back specialists.

Studies have shown a connection between cigarette smoking and back pain.

Because smoking increases plaque formation in blood vessels, the damaged arteries inside the discs and joints in your back can create significant pain.

Smoking also increases the risk of fractures and osteoporosis, making bones weak and brittle.

Schedule an appointment with us to talk through your treatment options.