Joint Pain

Understanding Joint Pain

Joint pain can affect many areas of the body, including the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. While osteoarthritis is a common cause—due to wear and tear of the cartilage—there are many other reasons why a joint might hurt.

Some of the most common causes include:

  • Labral injuries in the shoulder or hip, which affect the ring of cartilage that helps stabilize the joint

  • Meniscal tears in the knee, which involve the cartilage that cushions and protects the joint

  • Ligament injuries, such as sprains or partial tears, that cause instability or pain with movement

  • Tendon injuries, like tendonitis or partial tears, which can cause pain during use or at rest

  • Overuse or repetitive strain, often from sports, work, or daily activities

  • Inflammation or impingement, where structures in the joint become irritated or pinched

These injuries can cause sharp pain, clicking or locking, weakness, or a sense that the joint is unstable. They can happen suddenly from injury or develop gradually over time.

Why Accurate Diagnosis and Non-Surgical Care Matter

At our clinic, we use advanced tools like musculoskeletal ultrasound to see what’s happening inside your joints in real time. This helps us target the exact problem and choose the right treatment—without guesswork.

Many joint problems can be successfully treated without surgery using:

  • Precise, ultrasound-guided injections

  • Regenerative therapies like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or dextrose-prolotherapy

  • Shockwave therapy to support healing

  • Exercise and movement guidance to protect and strengthen the joint

We focus on getting you answers quickly, treating the root of the problem, and helping you return to the activities you love—with less pain and more confidence.

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