Extremity & Joint Pain Management
Comprehensive care for the whole kinetic chain. We diagnose and treat dysfunction in the shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, and ankles.
Because Pain Doesn't Stop at the Spine
The human body is an interconnected kinetic chain. A restriction in your ankle can alter the way your knee tracks, which forces your hip to compensate, ultimately resulting in chronic lower back pain.
Despite this, many high-volume clinics restrict their treatment to quick, 5-minute spinal adjustments, ignoring the limbs entirely. At Silky Oak Chiropractic, we recognize that true biomechanical recovery requires addressing the joints and soft tissues of the extremities.
Whether you are an active athlete dealing with knee pain, or a desk worker suffering from a stiff shoulder, our extended appointments allow us the time to properly assess and manage your entire musculoskeletal system.
Upper Extremity Care
We address complex mechanical and muscular issues in the arms and shoulders, vital for both desk workers and active individuals.
- Shoulders: Rotator cuff tension, impingement, and reduced range of motion.
- Elbows: Muscular attachments associated with "Tennis Elbow" (Lateral Epicondylitis).
- Wrists & Hands: Joint stiffness and repetitive strain from keyboard use or manual labor.
Lower Extremity Care
The lower limbs bear the load of our entire body. Proper mechanics here are crucial for preventing ascending spinal pain.
- Hips & Pelvis: Deep gluteal tension, joint restriction, and bursitis-related mechanics.
- Knees: Tracking issues, patellar tension, and muscular imbalances in the quads/hamstrings.
- Ankles & Feet: Post-sprain stiffness and tension associated with plantar fasciitis.
Restoring the Kinetic Chain
Our goal is not just localized pain relief, but the restoration of proper biomechanical function across your entire body.
We do not lock patients into aggressive, upfront care contracts. Our ethical, transparent approach ensures you receive the time, attention, and specific treatments necessary to get back to moving freely.
Comprehensive Clinical Assessment
Evaluating a shoulder, knee, or hip requires a holistic view of the body's mechanics. Because nerve supply to the extremities originates in the spine, Dr. Jan Jones routinely assesses both the localized limb joint and the corresponding spinal segments. This evidence-based, dual approach ensures that both the structural and neurological components of your pain are accurately identified and managed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do chiropractors treat knees and shoulders?
Yes. While chiropractic care is most famous for spinal adjustments, a comprehensively trained chiropractor assesses the entire musculoskeletal system. Dr. Jan Jones is highly experienced in extremity adjusting and routinely treats dysfunction in the shoulders, hips, knees, elbows, and ankles.
Is it a spine problem or a limb problem?
Often, it is a combination of both. For example, shoulder pain can be caused by localized rotator cuff tension, or it can be referred pain stemming from cervical spine (neck) restriction. A thorough initial assessment allows us to pinpoint exactly where the dysfunction originates.
Are your standard appointments long enough to treat multiple areas?
Yes. This is exactly why we reject the high-volume, 5-minute appointment model. Our standard consultation times are longer than the industry average, allowing us the time necessary to assess and treat the spine and the affected extremities in a single, un-rushed visit.