HIP, KNEE & FOOT PAIN
Alignment from the Ground Up
Pain in the hips, knees, or feet often isn’t just about one joint. We must ask, 'How is the entire kinetic chain functioning?' When something in your foundation is off — from collapsed arches to poor hip control — the whole system starts to compensate. That compensation is what eventually turns into pain, instability, or breakdown.
Understanding where things started going off course is the first step toward rebuilding strong, pain-free movement.
Why Lower Body Pain Happens
These pain patterns often build up over time. Many people feel fine during activity but experience pain after rest, sitting, or the next day — a sign of poor load distribution and lack of true stability. Common causes include:
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Collapsed arches or poor foot mechanics
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Hip instability or muscle imbalances
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Weak glutes or underactive deep core
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Knee tracking issues due to ankle or hip dysfunction
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Old sprains, falls, or surgeries that were never fully rehabbed
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Tension patterns from asymmetrical posture or gait
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When these patterns go unaddressed, pain is just the surface symptom. The deeper issue is dysfunctional movement and lack of integration between systems.
Types of Hip, Knee & Foot Pain
Dr. Marcin helps patients distinguish between different sources of pain that often get mislabeled or misdiagnosed:
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Patellofemoral pain (knee cap tracking issues from hip/foot dysfunction)
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Hip impingement or labral stress from poor joint mechanics
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Plantar fasciitis and heel pain tied to foot instability
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SI joint pain (pelvic misalignment often mistaken for low back issues)
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Shin splints or ankle instability from gait and load problems
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Post-surgical compensation patterns that limit full recovery
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The key is identifying the source of poor mechanics, not just where the pain is.
How Chiropractic & Rehab Help
Dr. Marcin’s approach is designed to restore proper function across the lower body chain from the way you stand and walk to how you generate force and absorb load. His care may include:
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Targeted joint adjustments (especially pelvis, hips, ankles)
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Foot mobility and arch control retraining
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Glute and hip stability integration
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Gait and posture assessments
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Soft tissue work for overactive or inhibited muscles
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Breathing and core support to reduce compensations
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The goal is not just to reduce pain — but to rebuild a connected, coordinated foundation for every step, lift, and movement.
Dr. Marcin’s Perspective
Pain in the lower body often reflects how the entire system is adapting. Treating isolated joints without understanding how the body transfers force from the ground up will only offer short-term relief. Dr. Marcin helps patients retrain movement at every level so pain resolves naturally, not temporarily.
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FAQ's
What causes hip, knee, and foot pain to happen at the same time?
Pain in multiple lower body joints often points to a problem with the way your body moves as a whole. Issues like poor hip stability, collapsed arches, or core weakness can affect the entire kinetic chain, leading to compensation and pain.
Can chiropractic care help with knee or foot pain?
Yes. Chiropractic care addresses joint function and alignment not only in the spine but also in the hips, knees, and feet. When combined with movement retraining, it can reduce pain and improve lower body mechanics.
Why does my knee hurt even though the problem isn’t in the knee?
Knee pain is often caused by dysfunction in nearby joints — particularly the hips and ankles. If those areas aren’t moving or stabilizing properly, the knee takes on extra stress, leading to pain and inflammation over time.
What’s the connection between foot posture and back or hip pain?
Your feet form the foundation of your posture. Flat feet or poor arch control can create imbalances all the way up the body, contributing to hip instability, altered gait, and spinal compensation.
How do I know if my hip pain is muscular or joint-related?
Muscular hip pain often feels sore, tight, or achy and may improve with movement. Joint-related pain may feel deeper, sharper, or more mechanical, especially during certain movements like squatting, rotating, or standing from a seated position.