Knee Pain Chiropractor in Loveland, CO
Knees are often the victim, not the cause. The hips, feet and how you move all decide how much stress lands on the knee.
Reviewed by Dr. Brian Flemming, DC · Last reviewed September 2026
Quick answer
Can a chiropractor help knee pain?
It can help, especially when your knee is paying for problems somewhere else. Your hips, your feet and your low back, where the nerves to your legs begin, all decide how much stress lands on the knee, so we look at the whole chain and build a plan to take the load off.
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About This Service
Why Knees Take the Hit
The knee sits between the hip and the foot, so it absorbs whatever those two are doing. Weak or tight hips, flat or stiff feet and a pelvis that's out of balance can all change how the knee tracks with every step and every stair.
We examine the knee and the whole chain around it, then decide together whether chiropractic care is the right fit or whether you need an orthopedic doctor.
- Exam of the knee, hip, ankle and foot together
- Walking, squatting and stair assessment
- Adjustments for the knee, ankle, pelvis and spine where needed
- Strength and mobility exercises for better knee tracking
- Referral for suspected tears or significant swelling
What We See Most
Knee Problems We See
Pain on Stairs
Knees that complain going up or down.
Runner's Knee
Pain around the kneecap in runners and hikers.
Stiff Knees
Knees that are slow to get going in the morning.
Knee Pain with Hip Tightness
Knees working overtime because the hips aren't.
Squatting Pain
Trouble kneeling, squatting or getting up from the floor.
Athletic Knees
Soccer, basketball, skiing and pickleball knees.
Our Approach
What Care Looks Like
Care usually combines work on the joints above and below the knee, gentle knee mobilization and exercises that change how the knee is loaded. We keep it practical, so you know what to do at home and what to expect.
A knee that locks, gives way, swells quickly after an injury or can't bear weight should be seen by a medical doctor first.
We are on North Garfield Avenue in Loveland, about 15 minutes from Fort Collins and 10 from Berthoud. New here? See what to expect on your first visit and fill out your new patient forms online before you come in. Every care plan follows the same three phases of care. Most insurance is accepted, including Medicare; see insurance and payment, or browse every condition we care for.
Related Conditions We Care For
Research
What the Research Says
A few of the published studies behind how we approach this. Research describes groups of people, not a promise for any one person. Your exam tells us what applies to you.
In 156 adults with knee osteoarthritis, physical therapy led to less pain and disability at one year than a steroid injection.
Deyle GD, Allen CS, Allison SC, et al. Physical Therapy versus Glucocorticoid Injection for Osteoarthritis of the Knee. N Engl J Med, 2020 · RCT.
This Cochrane review of 139 trials found exercise probably improves knee osteoarthritis pain, function and quality of life short-term, though the clinical importance of the benefits is uncertain.
Lawford BJ, Hall M, Hinman RS, et al. Exercise for osteoarthritis of the knee. Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2024 · systematic review.
Across 19 trials in knee or hip osteoarthritis, adding manual therapy to exercise may improve pain short-term (very low to moderate certainty) but showed no added long-term benefit.
Runge N, Aina A, May S. The Benefits of Adding Manual Therapy to Exercise Therapy for Improving Pain and Function in Patients With Knee or Hip Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review With Meta-analysis. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther, 2022 · systematic review.
Common Questions
Questions Patients Ask Us
Can a chiropractor help knee pain?
Often, especially when the hips, feet or pelvis are changing how the knee is loaded. An exam tells us whether your knee is a good fit.
Do chiropractors work on knees?
Yes. Chiropractic care includes the extremities, not only the spine.
What if I think I tore something in my knee?
Rapid swelling, locking, giving way or being unable to bear weight after an injury should be evaluated by a medical doctor first.
Do you see athletes with knee pain?
Yes, athletes of every age.
Have a different question? Read the full list of patient questions or call us at (970) 800-3486.
New Patients
Book Your Knee Pain Evaluation
Tell us how to reach you and we’ll call to get you scheduled. Prefer to talk now? Call us at (970) 800-3486.
New Patient Special — $59
$315 value
- Consultation with the Doctor
- Orthopedic and Neurological Exam
- Specialized Report of Findings
Terms of This Offer
This discounted service cannot be submitted for third-party reimbursement and is not reimbursable for cash. Not valid with Medicare, workers’ compensation, or personal injury / auto accident claims. Must mention this special when contacting us to receive the rate.
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Ready to Feel Like Yourself Again?
You have put this off long enough. One thorough exam tells you what is actually going on and what it will take to fix it. Call us or send a request — we will get you in.