Knee Pain Treatment · Fort Walton Beach, FL
Knee Pain Treatment in Fort Walton Beach, FL
Non-surgical, non-opioid knee pain care for Fort Walton Beach patients, from physical therapy and bracing to EPAT and stem cell injections.
Helping Fort Walton Beach Residents Feel and Move Better
Our clinic sits at 24 Beal Pkwy, right in Fort Walton Beach, so care here is close to home for most of the city. Whether you live near downtown, off Mary Esther Cut-Off, or across the sound on Okaloosa Island, the drive is short enough to fit before work or after school pickup.
If you are dealing with chronic knee pain, you may feel like surgery or strong prescription painkillers are your only options. Our team offers a variety of non-surgical, non-opioid treatments that may help reduce knee pain and get you back to your life.
Knee Pain Treatment Options
Physical therapy is often one of the first options for knee pain. It can strengthen the muscles around the knee, improve range of motion, and correct biomechanical problems that add stress to the joint. Massage therapy and chiropractic care may also help by easing tight tissues and improving joint motion.
For some patients, stem cell injections may be an option. Our clinic uses tissue from donated umbilical cord (Wharton's Jelly) that goes through genetic and disease screening, injected with ultrasound guidance. Acupuncture and nutritional supplements may also be part of an integrative plan.
Who Knee Pain Treatment May Help
Our knee care may help Fort Walton Beach patients with:
- Meniscus tears
- ACL and other ligament injuries
- Patellar tendinitis and bursitis
- Sprains, strains, and swelling
- Stiffness, instability, or grinding in the knee
If you are having trouble putting weight on your knee or it is getting in the way of daily activities, it is a good time to seek professional help.
Not sure whether knee pain treatment fits your situation? Call (850) 226-6728 and our staff can talk through your symptoms before you book.
How Care Starts for Fort Walton Beach Patients
From the first phone call to your follow-up visits, here is what knee pain treatment at our clinic usually involves:
Call (850) 226-6728 or use our online request form. We collect your health history and insurance information when you arrive.
We review your condition in detail and examine range of motion, strength, and joint function, and we may digitally scan your foot and ankle function.
We check knee motion, stability, swelling, and strength, and look at how your hips, ankles, and feet affect the knee, to see which treatments fit.
Your team reviews progress at follow-up visits and changes the plan when needed, so each visit moves you toward your goals.
We explain each step before it happens and check in on your progress at every visit, so you always know what comes next.
Serving Fort Walton Beach and the Surrounding Area
Many Fort Walton Beach residents want to stay active as long as possible, whether that means fishing, golfing, or keeping up with grandchildren. For joint and soft-tissue problems that have not responded to rest, regenerative options are something people increasingly ask us about.
Most Fort Walton Beach addresses are only a few minutes from our door. Beal Parkway (SR 189) runs straight past the clinic, and Miracle Strip Parkway (US 98) connects the downtown waterfront and Okaloosa Island to Beal in a couple of turns.
Besides Fort Walton Beach itself, we see many patients from the neighboring communities of Mary Esther, Shalimar, Ocean City, Cinco Bayou, and Okaloosa Island, all within a short drive of Beal Parkway.
What Fort Walton Beach Patients Can Expect From Our Team
Here is what you can count on when you come to us from Fort Walton Beach:
- Off-loading OA knee braces from a Medicare DME-certified clinic
- EPAT and stem cell options for appropriate candidates
- Plans explained in plain language, with time for your questions
- Benefits verified and explained before treatment, at no charge
Dr. Erik Persiani, D.C., brings his chiropractic and integrative medicine experience to every plan, and Lisa Haik, APRN, FNP-BC, an Air Force veteran and board certified family nurse practitioner, adds a medical perspective.
The last thing we want is for you to come to us in crisis. Addressing a problem early is usually easier than trying to recover later.
Knee Pain Treatment FAQs for Fort Walton Beach Patients
When should I see someone for knee pain?
If you are having trouble putting weight on your knee, it is unstable, or pain is limiting your daily activities, it is a good time to be evaluated. Our team can examine the knee and recommend the right next steps.
How long is the drive from Fort Walton Beach to your office?
Our clinic is in Fort Walton Beach at 24 Beal Pkwy, so for most residents the drive takes just a few minutes. From Okaloosa Island, cross the Brooks Bridge on US 98 and turn north on Beal Parkway.
How many visits will I need?
It depends on the cause and the treatments used. Physical therapy and chiropractic care usually involve a series of visits, while stem cell injections are a single appointment with zero downtime; most patients start to see improvement within a few weeks to a couple of months. Because our office is in Fort Walton Beach, many local patients find it easy to stop in before or after work.
Is knee pain treatment covered by insurance?
Our office participates in most insurance programs, including Medicare, and we also accept auto accident, workers' compensation, and personal injury cases. Because coverage varies widely, our staff will verify and explain your benefits before treatment, at no charge. Coverage for some treatments differs from plan to plan, so we will go over your options before you decide.
What should I wear for my first visit?
Wear shorts or loose pants that roll up easily above the knee, so we can examine the joint and treat it without changing. If you are coming straight from work on base or a shift in town, consider packing a change of comfortable clothes.
Can knee pain be treated without surgery?
Many people improve with non-surgical care such as physical therapy, massage, chiropractic care, bracing, EPAT, and, for some, stem cell injections. Results vary, and we will be honest about what may help your knee.
Book Your Knee Pain Treatment Appointment
Our office is open Monday through Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call (850) 226-6728 or request an appointment online to get started.
Find Our Fort Walton Beach Office
Our clinic is at 24 Beal Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. From Fort Walton Beach, plan on just a few minutes in normal traffic.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
| Monday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Lunch Break | 12:00 – 2:00 pm |
| Sat & Sun | Closed |