If you are suffering from knee pain but aren’t sure if it warrants a trip to the doctor, there are some signs that you can keep an eye out for that will indicate treatment from a doctor is needed, such as visible swelling and/or around and on the knee, the formation of a deformity in the knee or affected leg, or anything visibly changes on the knee joint. You may also want to consider scheduling an appointment with a doctor if you are unable to bear any weight on the knee, or if putting weight on the knee causes it to feel unstable or wobbly, and if you are unable to fully extend or flex the affected knee. If you have persistent knee discomfort that interferes with your function or ability to exercise, or if you are unable to walk or move appropriately, visit us at the Southern Sports Medicine Institute. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online today. We are located at 570 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin, TN, 37066. We have convenient locations in Gallatin and Nashville TN. We serve patients from Gallatin TN, Nashville TN, Portland TN, Hendersonville TN, Lafayette TN, Castalian Springs TN, Westmoreland TN, Hartsville TN, Cottontown TN, Old Hickory TN, Goodlettsville TN, Springfield TN, Red Boiling Springs TN, White House TN, Lebanon TN, Greenbrier TN, Bowling Green KY, Bethpage TN, Lavergne TN, Franklin TN, Hermitage TN and Mount Juliet TN.