Knee Pain
Move Stronger. Live Without Limits.
Knee pain can make simple activities—like walking, squatting, or climbing stairs—feel frustrating and painful. Whether your pain started gradually, came on after an injury, or is limiting your workouts, our team at Active Life Chiropractic is here to help.
We treat the knee as part of a connected system—assessing not just the joint itself, but how your hips, feet, and core are influencing movement and stress. Our evidence-informed, whole-body approach helps active adults, athletes, kids, and everyone in between recover faster and move better.
Chiropractic Knee Pain Treatments in Rapid City, SD
Our Knee Pain Treatment Approach
At Active Life Chiropractic, our approach to knee pain combines modern rehab science, functional movement, and hands-on care to help you recover and stay active. We use gentle chiropractic adjustments to the pelvis, hips, knees, and ankles to improve joint alignment and reduce stress. Soft tissue therapy targets tight muscles like the quads, hamstrings, calves, and IT band to ease tension, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation. To support lasting results, we incorporate Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) and functional rehab to retrain how your hips, knees, and core work together—building the stability and control needed for real-life movement. Additionally, Dr. Mikayla offers acupuncture as part of our knee pain treatment, using it to support nervous system balance, reduce pain sensitivity, decrease inflammation, and enhance the body’s natural healing response.
Common Knee Conditions We Treat
Knee pain isn’t just about the knee. It’s often a sign that something above or below isn’t doing its job. We look at the full chain to help you heal the right way.
We commonly treat:
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner’s knee)
Pain in the front of the knee, often worsened by stairs, squats, or prolonged sitting.Meniscus irritation or mild tears
Clicking, locking, or sharp pain with twisting or bending motions.Ligament sprains (MCL, ACL)
Non-surgical recovery and support post-injury or post-op.IT Band Syndrome
Outer knee pain linked to hip and glute dysfunction, often in runners and cyclists.Osgood-Schlatter and growing pains in kids
Common in active children during growth spurts.Postpartum instability or tracking issues
Hormonal changes and core weakness can create uneven stress on the knees.
Why Choose Active Life Chiropractic for Knee Pain?
We don’t just treat the knee—we assess the entire system
We combine manual therapy with progressive rehab tailored to your activity level
We work with runners, lifters, youth athletes, and everyday movers
Ready to Get Back to Pain-Free Movement?
Let’s help you move better, feel better, and live with more ease.
Located in Rapid City, South Dakota, Active Life Chiropractic is here to help you take control of your health with proven, personalized care.