Condition treated in Akron, OH
Knee Pain Treatment in Akron, OH
Knee pain treatment at Pamer Chiropractic Health Center, 3485 Fortuna Dr, Suite 300, Akron, OH looks at the knee in the context of your whole movement pattern, since hips, ankles, and feet all affect how the knee works. Care may include laser therapy, physiotherapy, and guidance on activity. Request an Appointment online or call (330) 724-9331.
What causes knee pain?
Knee pain is usually multifactorial. It can come from joint changes, tendon strain, overuse, injuries, muscle imbalance, or load patterns from how you walk, run, or work. It can also be referred from the hip, foot, or back, which is why the exam covers more than the knee itself.
Some knee pain needs medical evaluation, including significant swelling, instability, or pain after an injury, so sorting out the source comes first.
What are common symptoms?
Common complaints are pain with stairs, squatting, or walking, stiffness after sitting, and swelling after activity. Some people feel the knee gives way or catches, which deserves careful evaluation.
Where the pain sits can hint at the source: the front of the knee often relates to tracking and load, while the sides relate to other structures.
- Pain with stairs, squatting, or walking
- Stiffness, especially after sitting
- Swelling after activity
- A feeling of catching or giving way
How does Dr. Pamer evaluate knee pain?
The evaluation covers your history, how the knee moves, and how the hips, ankles, and feet load during activity. Strength and stability are checked, and the pattern of your symptoms points toward or away from specific structures.
If the exam suggests an injury that needs imaging or a surgeon's opinion, Dr. Pamer will recommend the right next step.
What care may help at the clinic?
Care may include Class IV laser therapy for pain and inflammation, physiotherapy to build strength around the knee, and guidance on activity and load. For related joint discomfort, see arthritis and joint pain care.
Care at the clinic is one option alongside care from your primary care provider or an orthopedist when the situation calls for it.
Home care and prevention tips
Support the knee with the muscles around it: simple leg strengthening and single-leg balance work, approved by the clinic, can reduce daily strain. Choose footwear that fits your foot and activity.
Pace your activity and listen to the knee: a sharp increase in mileage or intensity is a common trigger for flare-ups.
When to seek medical care right away
Call 911 or go to an emergency room for a knee that is severely deformed, cannot bear weight, or is hot, red, and swollen, which can signal infection.
Sudden swelling without injury, knee pain with fever, or a locked knee that will not bend or straighten also need prompt medical evaluation.
When to seek medical care right away
Call 911 or seek emergency care immediately for:
- A knee that is severely deformed or cannot bear weight
- A hot, red, swollen knee, which can signal infection
- Sudden swelling without a clear cause
- A locked knee that will not bend or straighten
- Knee pain with fever
Your chiropractor
Dr. Andrew Pamer, DC Doctor of Chiropractic
In practice since 2001, serving Akron since 2015.
More about Dr. PamerQuestions about Knee Pain care
Who treats knee pain at the clinic?
Dr. Pamer evaluates and treats knee pain with conservative care including laser therapy and physiotherapy, and coordinates with your medical team when needed.
Do I need an MRI for my knee?
MRI is ordered by your doctor when the situation calls for it. Dr. Pamer evaluates first and will tell you if imaging is needed, and he works with your providers on it.
Can laser therapy help knee arthritis?
Some people with knee osteoarthritis report less pain with laser therapy; results vary. Individual results vary, and the plan is built around your exam.
Will exercise make my knee worse?
The right exercise helps; the wrong exercise can flare things up. That is why exercises are matched to your exam and adjusted visit to visit.
What shoes are best for my knees?
Supportive footwear that matches your foot type and activity is a good start. The clinic can discuss footwear as part of your plan.
Can a foot problem cause knee pain?
Yes. How your foot rolls and loads affects the knee above it. The exam includes how your whole chain moves.
How long until the pain settles?
It depends on the cause and how long it has been present. Many people see gradual improvement over weeks of consistent care.
How do I book an appointment?
Request an Appointment online or call (330) 724-9331. Care starts with a consultation and exam with Dr. Pamer.
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Last updated October 2026