Knee pain is a common problem that can occur in people of all ages and activity levels. Pain may be severe and sudden due to an injury or isolated overuse. Pain may also start gradually and continue to get worsen over time. Many knee pain issues can become chronic and cause long term medical conditions down the road. The knee is particularly susceptible to injury because it supports the full weight of your body during physical activity. Running, jumping, lifting and any other additional forces placed on the body also are supported by the knees. The board-certified orthopedists at Carolina Nonsurgical Orthopedics provide comprehensive testing and treatment for knee injuries in Raleigh, NC. When to see an knee pain specialist: When you have knee pain, it may be difficult to determine what the next step is to relieve the pain. Your pain may be severe and subside momentarily, or you may be dealing with chronic debilitating pain. Here are some helpful guidelines to determine you should contact an orthopedic specialist: -You can’t put weight on your knee -Severe pain when knee isn’t in use -Knee is misshapen or deformed -Swelling, numbness, tingling -Warmth and soreness around the knee -Pain after a week of general recovery practices If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, contact us at our Raleigh, NC location today. Talking with our orthopedic specialist will allow you to ask questions and become more familiar with each knee pain treatment option.