Knee Pain

Knee pain can have causes that aren't due to underlying disease. Examples include heavy physical activity, lack of use, injuries such as sprains or strains, sitting in a constrained area, or sitting on knees for a prolonged period of time

See a doctor immediately if you

• Heard a popping sound when your knee was injured.
• Notice your knee looks deformed.
• Feel severe pain.
• Have sudden swelling.
• Can't use your knee
• Also have redness, swelling, warmth, or significant pain.
• Develop a fever.
• Feel constant pain.
• Notice your pain getting worse

*Sources: Mayo Clinic and others