Mind/Body Balance
Resources on Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Why Knee Pain Happens And What It’s Really Telling You About Your Body
Knee pain isn’t always just a “knee problem.” As Dr. Bae explains in her latest article, the knee often acts as a messenger—showing stress from issues in the hips, feet, ankles, or overall movement patterns. When alignment, muscle balance, or circulation is off, the knee becomes the first place discomfort appears.
Her article highlights the three major causes of knee pain:
Structural stress from wear, tears, or irritation
Muscular and fascial imbalance that pulls the knee out of alignment
Circulatory or inflammatory issues that reduce healing and increase stiffness
Dr. Bae also explains how hip stability, foot mechanics, daily posture, and lifestyle habits all shape how the knee moves and absorbs force. True healing often requires a whole-body approach—strengthening, mobility work, improving alignment, and supporting circulation through modalities like acupuncture, cupping, or moxibustion.
If you’ve been dealing with knee pain, this article is a powerful guide to understanding the root cause and taking the right next steps.