Knee pain

July 28, 2026

Chiropractic Management of Knee Pain: A Retrospective Case-Series of 11 Patients

Background: Knee pain is a prevalent musculoskeletal complaint that significantly impacts quality of life. Conservative care, including chiropractic management, is often sought as a non-pharmacological, non-surgical treatment option. This study aims to report on outcomes for patients with knee pain undergoing care at a single chiropractic clinic. Methods: A retrospective case-series was conducted on 11 patient files from Active Family Chiropractic in Mason City, IA. Inclusion criteria were a presenting complaint of knee pain and documented pre- and post-care subjective pain scores. Data on demographics, initial and final pain ratings, and treatment duration were extracted and analyzed. Results: The 11 cases included 6 males and 4 females (one unspecified), with ages ranging from 25 to over 65 years. The mean self-reported pain reduction for the cohort was 89% (median 89%). Initial pain scores averaged 7.6, while final pain scores averaged 1.0 on a numeric rating scale. Treatment durations varied from 6 weeks to 4 months. One case specifically noted the use of StemWave therapy, which resulted in meaningful improvement. Conclusion: The findings from this small retrospective case-series suggest that the chiropractic care protocols delivered at this clinic may be associated with substantial reductions in self-reported knee pain. These results highlight a potential role for conservative management in this patient population, though further controlled research is necessary to establish causality.