Mrs. Kirstin Mindy Riutta, D.C.

Chiropractor

1907 Garden Ave Suite 102 Eugene OR, 97403 Show map

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Dr. Kirstin Riutta is a Chiropractor practicing in Eugene, OR. Dr. Riutta specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Riutta seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.

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What would cause middle of the night severe knee pain?
This could be a number of things. Sometimes the capsular tissue of the knee creates a little "tag" known as a plica. These tags can get caught in between the bones of the knee and get pinched. This can cause a lot of sudden pain and even swelling at times. Plica are not always symptomatic, but can be in some patients. You may also have physical stress-induced degradation of the cartilage of the knee, which caused a small chunk of cartilage to break off and this chunk can then become lodged in between bones in the knee (much like the plica) and cause a sharp pain and even difficulty moving. Third cause could be a muscle around the knee that is either spasming or is strained by your sleeping position. This would explain the prolonged discomfort and difficulty you have with moving the knee the next day. Hope this helps! READ MORE

Professional Society Memberships

Oregon Chiropractic Association, American Chiropractic Association

What do you attribute your success to?

Having a great support network, her parents\' financial and emotional backing, the love and support of her fiance, and to God. She also has a good work ethic and a desire to help people improve their health.