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Hip and Knee Pain Treatment in Sioux City

If your hip or knee is hurting today, you don't have to wait weeks to be seen. RESET Walk-In Chiropractic & Acupuncture in Sioux City sees patients the same day, no appointment needed.

Why Hip and Knee Pain Happens

Hip and knee pain rarely starts in the joint itself. Most people assume the pain is structural — arthritis, a torn meniscus, worn cartilage — and that surgery or medication is the only path forward. But in many cases the source is misalignment in the spine or pelvis that puts uneven pressure on the surrounding muscles, nerves, and joints.

When the pelvis is tilted or the lumbar spine is out of alignment, the body compensates. One leg carries more weight. The hip rotates unevenly. The knee tracks at a slightly wrong angle with every step. Over months and years that compensation creates chronic pain that feels local but is actually being driven from somewhere else entirely.

This is why patients who have tried rest, ice, cortisone injections, or anti-inflammatories without lasting relief often respond well to chiropractic care. The symptom is in the hip or knee. The source is often in the spine or pelvis. Chiropractic addresses the source.

Common Hip and Knee Conditions We Treat

Hip Pain

• Hip flexor tightness and chronic hip pain

• Bursitis — inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs cushioning the hip joint

• Sciatica radiating from the lower back into the hip and leg

• Sacroiliac joint dysfunction — a common and frequently misdiagnosed source of hip pain

• Post-activity hip soreness in runners, cyclists, and workers on their feet all day

• Hip stiffness from prolonged sitting at a desk or in a vehicle

Knee Pain

• Knee pain related to pelvic or spinal misalignment

• IT band syndrome — lateral knee pain common in runners and active adults

• Patellofemoral pain — pain behind or around the kneecap

• Post-activity knee soreness that doesn't resolve with rest

• Knee stiffness and reduced range of motion

• Referred pain from lumbar nerve compression presenting as knee pain

How Chiropractic Care Treats Hip and Knee Pain

Chiropractic care for hip and knee pain focuses on restoring proper alignment to the spine, pelvis, and surrounding joints so the body can move the way it was designed to. When alignment is restored, pressure on nerves and joints is reduced, muscles can function properly, and the pain cycle is interrupted.

At RESET, Dr. Rod Gaskell and Dr. Chad Gaskell use the activator method — a gentle, instrument-assisted chiropractic technique that delivers a precise, controlled adjustment without twisting, cracking, or manual manipulation. A small handheld instrument called the activator applies a targeted impulse to specific points along the spine and joints.

The activator method is particularly effective for hip and knee pain because it allows for precise adjustment of the pelvis and lumbar spine without putting stress on sensitive joints. It is safe for patients of all ages, including older adults managing arthritis or osteoporosis, and patients who have had previous hip or knee surgeries.

Most patients notice meaningful improvement after the first visit.

How Acupuncture Helps Hip and Knee Pain

Acupuncture is a highly effective complement to chiropractic care for hip and knee pain, particularly for patients dealing with chronic inflammation, nerve pain, or pain that has not responded to other treatments.

Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points in the body that regulate pain signals, reduce inflammation, and promote blood flow to injured or stressed tissue. For hip and knee pain, acupuncture can reduce the inflammatory response in the joint, calm overactive pain signals from compressed nerves, and accelerate tissue healing in the surrounding muscles and tendons.

At RESET, acupuncture is available as a standalone treatment or combined with a chiropractic adjustment in a single visit. Many patients dealing with hip bursitis, IT band syndrome, or sciatic pain into the hip find that the combination of adjustment and acupuncture produces faster and more lasting relief than either treatment alone.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Chiropractic Hip and Knee Care

Chiropractic care is appropriate for a wide range of patients dealing with hip and knee pain. You may be a good candidate if you are experiencing any of the following:

• Hip or knee pain that has lasted more than a few days without improvement

• Pain that is worse in the morning or after sitting for extended periods

• Pain that radiates from the lower back into the hip or leg

• Knee pain without a clear structural injury — no fall, no trauma, just pain that developed over time

• Hip or knee pain that returned after a period of improvement

• Pain that limits your ability to walk, climb stairs, or perform your job

• Discomfort that has not resolved with rest, ice, or over-the-counter pain medication

Chiropractic care is also appropriate for patients who want to avoid or delay surgery, patients managing osteoarthritis who want a non-pharmaceutical option for pain management, and active adults who want to stay ahead of recurring pain.

What to Expect at Your First Visit

Your first visit at RESET begins with a brief conversation about your pain — where it is, when it started, what makes it better or worse, and what you have already tried. Dr. Gaskell will assess your alignment and identify the areas that need to be addressed.

The adjustment itself takes only a few minutes. The activator method is painless for most patients — many describe a feeling of immediate relief or reduced tension following the adjustment. There is no recovery time. Most patients go directly back to work or their normal activities after their visit.

Total visit time is typically 30 minutes or less.

Pricing and Insurance

ServicePriceChiropractic Adjustment$75 cashAcupuncture$75 cashAdjustment + Acupuncture$129

RESET accepts insurance including Medicare, Medicaid, and most major carriers. For patients paying cash, no membership or package purchase is required — you pay per visit, only when you need care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a chiropractor actually help knee pain? Yes — particularly when the knee pain is related to misalignment in the pelvis or lumbar spine rather than a structural injury like a torn ligament. Many patients are surprised to find that adjusting the spine and pelvis resolves knee pain they assumed was a joint problem.

Do I need an X-ray before my first visit? Not always. Dr. Gaskell can assess your alignment and begin treatment on your first visit without prior imaging. If imaging is warranted he will discuss that with you.

Is the activator method safe if I've had a hip or knee replacement? The activator method is gentle enough to be appropriate for most patients with joint replacements. Discuss your surgical history with Dr. Gaskell at your visit and he will adjust the treatment accordingly.

How many visits will I need? Many patients experience meaningful relief after the first visit. The number of visits needed depends on how long the pain has been present and its underlying cause. RESET does not require treatment plan commitments — you come in when you need care.

Do you take walk-ins for hip and knee pain specifically? Yes. RESET is a walk-in clinic. No appointment is needed for any condition we treat. Hold your spot online and come in when you're ready.

Visit RESET in Sioux City

RESET Walk-In Chiropractic & Acupuncture is located at 3230 Stone Park Blvd, Sioux City, Iowa. Open Monday through Thursday, 9am to 5pm. No appointment needed.

Hip or knee pain slowing you down? Walk in today.

Also treating: Sciatica, Back Pain, and Slip and Fall