“Can acupuncture help with knee problems?”
I am a 44 year old female and I have knee pain. Can acupuncture help with knee problems?
30 Answers
Yes
Yes, within 5 treatments, you will see a big difference.
Yes, definitely.
Yes, acupuncture can help with knee problems.
Yes acupuncture with massage and herbs can treat your knee problems.
We can use acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for issues relating to knee pain. However, if it is a much more serious and physical condition like fracture(s) it would be best to consider mainstream medicine first. Chronic conditions usually take longer to treat. Knee pain can definitely be treated, if you're trying to avoid surgery it is still possible to heal but may take some time. Make sure to check with your primary to see if you're healthy enough to try acupuncture & TCM.
Live Happy,
Michael
Live Happy,
Michael
It will take time. But the short answer YES.
Absolutely. Acupuncture is very helpful for the aches and pains around the knee. It helps to increase blood and synovial fluid circulation, which in turn lubricates the joints. The pain is often differentiated (sharp, stabbing/dull, achy) as well as if it's worse with heat, cold, damp. This helps the practitioner to fine tune their treatment. They may also ask you about diet, supplements, or suggest additional treatments to do at home.
I hope this helps.
Andrew Pacholyk, MS LAc.
I hope this helps.
Andrew Pacholyk, MS LAc.
Yes, acupuncture can help knee problem.
yes
Yes, it can depending on how damaged your knee is. Is it arthritic? Torn muscles or tendons? It may need surgical repair. Have you had an MRI? If you are overweight, your pain may disappear if weight is lost. At 44 years old, I am guessing it is a combination of excess weight and overuse or previous injury. There may be something structurally wrong and a chiropractic adjustment may help. It is important to wear supportive shoes and stretch whenever you can before walking or any other exercise. Stretch before and after. Also, keep well hydrated. Do you hear crunching when you move your knee? That could be arthritis or crepitus ( which can be helped by stretching and exercise ). But arthritis is a bit more tricky. Nonetheless, staying hydrated, stretching/ exercising and maintaining a leaner frame all can help but I have had success in treating knee pain for those who are not too heavy and have followed my suggestions. Good luck and feel better!!
Yes, absolutely.
Yes, Acupuncture is very helpful in relieving knee pain. You will need 6-8 treatments depending on the cause of your knee pain.
Yes, acupuncture can help with knee pain. Also, there are knee supports with bamboo and charcoal that are very healing to wear in between treatments.
Thank you for your question.
Without knowing the cause of your knee pain, it is difficult to answer your question. The first step would be an evaluation of your knee. I recommend by a physiatrist a medical doctor specially trained in muscular skeletal pain. And, then if appropriate working with an acupuncturist. I am physiatrist that uses acupuncture quite often for certain types of knee pain, and acupuncture has been well researched and supported for osteoarthritis pain. But, as stated, the first step is to find out what causing it to make sure that acupuncture is a correct modality to use.
Kind regards,
Dr. B
Without knowing the cause of your knee pain, it is difficult to answer your question. The first step would be an evaluation of your knee. I recommend by a physiatrist a medical doctor specially trained in muscular skeletal pain. And, then if appropriate working with an acupuncturist. I am physiatrist that uses acupuncture quite often for certain types of knee pain, and acupuncture has been well researched and supported for osteoarthritis pain. But, as stated, the first step is to find out what causing it to make sure that acupuncture is a correct modality to use.
Kind regards,
Dr. B
Hello,
Research has demonstrated that acupuncture is an effective and safe modality in the treatment of many pain conditions, especially osteoarthritis of the knee.
Research has demonstrated that acupuncture is an effective and safe modality in the treatment of many pain conditions, especially osteoarthritis of the knee.
Yes. study shows that acupuncture has a significant function of increasing blood flow in the joints, enhancing the body's cartilage repair function and stimulating Collagen production, it also releases pressure in the joints and eases discomfort, decreases stiffness, increases muscle strength and improves knee joint motion and flexibility. Acupuncture should be considered a viable adjunct or alternative treatment of knee pain and dysfunction associated with osteoarthritis of the knee for the thousands of individuals who are suffering symptoms of the chronic disease.
Mr. Anthony James Lorenzo
Acupuncturist
Usually, yes. But you are a unique individual with your own dynamics that I have no idea what those might be making it impossible for me to answer this in any detail.
Yes.
Acupuncture can help with knee problems. It basically helps with promoting blood circulation around the area and can bring fresh blood to the area which can essentially help with expediting the healing process.
Hello & thank you for your question! Yes, acupuncture is beneficial for knee pain. Stimulating local and more distal points for the knee increases circulation of blood (with oxygen and nutrients), body fluids, and energy in order to alleviate pain and inflammation. Acupuncture also triggers the release of endorphins, your body's natural pain-killers, to help alleviate pain as well. It will also stabilize the knee joint in order to strengthen the knee and also prevent future re-injury. I hope this helps!
Wishing you health,
Dr. Yolanda
Wishing you health,
Dr. Yolanda
Yes, many research studies have proved that acupuncture for joint pain in particular knee pain with good-excellent results.
Acupuncture can help with knee problems.
Yours in Health,
Angie
Yours in Health,
Angie
Hi! Yes, acupuncture can treat knee problems.
Yes, acupuncture can help with knee problems.
Yes, it is very good for many different type knee pains.
Yes, acupuncture is excellent in helping knee problems. I successfully treat knee pain in my practice regularly.
Yes, acupuncture can be helpful to treat knee problems.
Absolutely. Acupuncture is very effective in treating conditions of the knee.
Usually, yes, acupuncture is a very good choice for knee pain. If you haven't already, I'd suggest at least getting a knee x-ray so you know what you're dealing with in terms of any potential joint deterioration. Knowing this will help to set expectations around what kind of result you might get from acupuncture.
If there is a lot of deterioration, acupuncture can help manage the pain but you may also need to look in to other treatment options. If there's minimal or no joint deterioration, acupuncture may be all you need.
When choosing a provider, you'll get the best results by seeing someone licensed as an acupuncturist in your state. Outside CA, you can use the "Find a Practitioner" lookup at NCCAOM.org to get a list of folks who are local to you.
If there is a lot of deterioration, acupuncture can help manage the pain but you may also need to look in to other treatment options. If there's minimal or no joint deterioration, acupuncture may be all you need.
When choosing a provider, you'll get the best results by seeing someone licensed as an acupuncturist in your state. Outside CA, you can use the "Find a Practitioner" lookup at NCCAOM.org to get a list of folks who are local to you.
