Hip and knee pain can significantly limit mobility, affect your quality of life and prevent you from doing the activities you enjoy. At Sloane Square Chiropractors in Chelsea, we take a whole-body approach to hip and knee pain — assessing not just the affected joint but the entire kinetic chain, including the lumbar spine, pelvis and lower limb mechanics.
Hip Pain Conditions We Treat
Hip Osteoarthritis
Degenerative changes in the hip joint are increasingly common and cause pain, stiffness and reduced range of motion. Chiropractic care cannot reverse arthritic changes but can significantly improve mobility, reduce pain and help patients maintain an active lifestyle — often delaying or avoiding the need for joint replacement surgery.
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
The sacroiliac joints — connecting the base of the spine to the pelvis — are a frequently overlooked source of hip and lower back pain. Specific chiropractic techniques are highly effective in restoring normal sacroiliac joint mechanics.
Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome
Previously known as trochanteric bursitis, this condition causes pain over the outer hip and is common in women and runners. We address both local soft tissue treatment and the underlying biomechanical factors.
Hip Flexor Strain
Tight or strained hip flexors — common in office workers and athletes — can cause anterior hip pain and contribute to lower back problems. We treat the muscles directly and address any contributing postural or movement pattern dysfunctions.
Knee Pain Conditions We Treat
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner’s Knee)
Pain around the kneecap caused by abnormal patellar tracking. We assess the full lower limb — from the hip and pelvis to the foot — to identify and correct the underlying biomechanical causes.
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
A common overuse injury in runners and cyclists causing lateral knee pain. We treat the IT band, tensor fasciae latae and gluteal muscles, and address any training load or biomechanical contributing factors.
Knee Osteoarthritis
Chiropractic treatment and rehabilitation can reduce pain, improve function and slow the progression of knee osteoarthritis. We work alongside orthopaedic specialists where appropriate.
Patellar Tendinopathy
Pain and tenderness at the base of the kneecap, common in jumping and running sports. We use a combination of soft tissue therapy, loading rehabilitation and cryotherapy to manage this condition effectively.
How We Treat Hip and Knee Pain
- Joint manipulation and mobilisation of the hip, knee, pelvis and lumbar spine
- Biomechanical assessment of gait and movement patterns
- Soft tissue therapy targeting the hip flexors, IT band, quadriceps and hamstrings
- High pressure cryotherapy to reduce inflammation
- Kinesiology taping for support during rehabilitation
- Progressive rehabilitation exercises to restore strength and function
- Advice on training load management and footwear
Why Choose Sloane Square Chiropractors?
- Over 50 years of combined clinical experience
- GCC-registered chiropractors
- Dominic Cheetham is an elected Examiner for the General Chiropractic Council
- Established in Chelsea since 2001
- Close working relationships with London’s leading medical specialists and consultants
- GP and consultant referrals welcomed — no referral required to self-refer
- Recognised by BUPA, AXA Health, Vitality, Aviva, WPA and Cigna
- Thorough, unhurried consultations
- 9a Wilbraham Place, Chelsea — minutes from Sloane Square tube
Health Insurance
We are recognised by all major UK health insurers. Please contact your insurer before your first appointment to confirm cover and obtain any required authorisation code.
- BUPA · AXA Health · Vitality · Aviva · WPA · Cigna
Frequently Asked Questions — Hip & Knee Pain
Can chiropractic treatment help me avoid hip or knee surgery?
In many cases, yes. Conservative management including chiropractic care can significantly reduce pain and improve function, often delaying or avoiding the need for surgery. We work closely with orthopaedic surgeons and will refer you appropriately if surgery is indicated.
Do you treat knee pain in runners?
Yes — runner’s knee and IT band syndrome are among the most common conditions we treat. We assess the full kinetic chain from the lumbar spine to the foot to identify all contributing factors and provide a comprehensive treatment and rehabilitation plan.
Book Your Hip & Knee Consultation
Call 020 7730 3031 | 9a Wilbraham Place, Chelsea, London SW1X 9AE