Question 1

i'm swelling behind the knee! maybe ligament injury! please help?

Accepted Answer

Knee swelling: Knee swelling behind the knee can be associated with a baker or popliteal cyst; this is either a solitary (single) or multiloculated (multiple) fluid filled benign sac that can cause posterior knee pain and stiffness. Your physician should also ensure there is no underlying blood clot (dvt).

Question 2

is a bulge behind my knee a symptom of knee injury in the front?

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Yes it could be: Many time people come because of the blug behind the knee or the side of the knee, we take MRI we find meniscus tear or arthitis.Thanks.

Question 3

have been struggling with a knee injury for few years been sent from doctor to doctor sharp pains on the front of the knee and behind and my leg ?

Accepted Answer

What injuries exist?: too little,information to,give accurate response. But it is clear that using the knee creates pain.
Braces are very helpful,to,stabilize or unload the weight. 10 lbs wt loss can be beneficial, or using a cane in the opposite hand. Topical naiads or injections to the knee. We need a better diagnosis to develop,the best treatment plan.

Question 4

how do i care for a knee injury?

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TLC and visit your : Doctor, some knee injuries are minor and heal by themselves with time and minor care, other could be serious  injuries and you have to see the doctor for it.
Minor injury rest the knee and take some advil (ibuprofen).

Question 5

how can a knee injury be treated?

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Depends: Knee injuries can be treated with anything from ice and pain meds, to physical therapy, to surgery.  It all depends on the specific diagnosis.

Question 6

how do i recover from knee injury?

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Need more details: Please provide more details regarding your specific knee injury. Recovery duration and prognosis depends upon injury severity.

Question 7

i have a knee injury. what should i do?

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See a MD/DO: Without knowing any further information, i would recommend you see a md/do, either a primary care sports doc or orhtopedist to figure out what you have.

Question 8

what constitutes a serious knee injury?

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Knee injury: Anything that is painful and limits range of motion that has a specific mechanical component. Could be of joint, muscle, nerve, ligament, meniscus, artery, etc.

Question 9

how does a knee injury affect the gait?

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Knee injury and gait: Your gait, or walking pattern, depends a great deal on your knee function. A fracture, tear, sprain, strain, effusion, contusion, etc. Can limit range of motion causing a stiff-knee gait.

Question 10

how can i heal soft tissue knee injury?

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Depends, do you: Mean like you banged it and have some skin abrasions and bruising but with no interior derangement? If this is what you mean, then consider, rest, gentle range of motion, nsaids if appropriate for your health. If it does not get better in a few days, consider seeing a physician.

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I'm swelling behind the knee! maybe ligament injury! please help?

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Have been struggling with a knee injury for few years been sent from doctor to doctor sharp pains on the front of the knee and behind and my leg ?

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How do i care for a knee injury?

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I have a knee injury. what should i do?

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