Understanding Knee Pain: When to Seek an Evaluation

Knee pain can affect walking, work, exercise, and everyday routines. Because discomfort may have different causes, an evaluation is a useful place to start understanding what is going on.

What may be discussed?
A clinician may ask when symptoms began, what activities change them, and whether you have had prior injuries or treatment. An evaluation may include a review of your history and an examination appropriate to your concerns.

What should you bring?
• A list of symptoms and when they occur
• Relevant imaging or medical records, if available
• A list of medications and questions you want answered

Seek urgent medical care for severe symptoms, a major injury, inability to bear weight, or a sudden change in your condition. This article is educational and does not replace advice from your clinician.

Spectrum Pain Management offers appointments in Corona, California. Call 951-735-3553 or visit spectrumcorona.com to learn more.

1150 El Camino Ave, Suite 108, Corona, CA 92879.