Question 1

what do these findings mean? paucity of synovial fluid anteriorly at the tibiofemoral articulation anterior cruciate ligament demonstrates inhomogeneity & sprain. greatest in severity at its femoral attachment sites & pericruciate edema?

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: Findings are most congruent with knee and cruciate ligament tear or strain, with resulting inflammatory changes (edema).  See an orthopedic physician for an exam and treatment guidance.

Question 2

tell me what's a grade 2 sprain?

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It depends: There are several different grading systems. Some are supposed to apply to all joints while others intended to apply to certain joints only. However, most have 3 different grades where grade 1 is the most mild and grade 3 is the worst. So, a grade 2 is right in the middle. What that means regarding treatment and prognosis cannot be answered without knowing more info.

Question 3

how can i tell if i have a sprained rotator cuff or a torn one?

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MRI: A good orthopedist will exam you to determine if you've torn your rotator cuff. An MRI will provide definitive evidence.

Question 4

how to tell if my finger is sprained?

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Pain and motion: A sprain would mean that the joints of the finger are not unstable but that they are sore and have decreased motion after an injury.   If this is the case, you likely have a sprain.  You can always see your doctor for an exam to be sure.

Question 5

how to tell if i sprained or jammed my finger?

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No difference: Does not make a difference. It should get better.

Question 6

how to tell if i sprained or tore a ligament?

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Sprain equals tear: Technically a sprain is a tear of a ligament.  There are diffent grades of tearing. Typically  1: just a stretch: 2; an incomplete tear and 3; torn completely.  Some ligaments rarely partial tear ie. Anterior cruciate in knee. Some ( medial collateral in knee, anterior talofibular in ankle) frequently are graded injuries. 
If joint is unstable or hurts really bad: you have a torn ligament.

Question 7

how can i tell if my elbow is broken or sprained?

Accepted Answer

Get examined..: It is impossible to tell what you have based on the information/question. The mechanisim of injury(how you got hurt), the amount of pain, degree/range of motion you are able/not able to do, visible deformity etc..Are important determinants of the severity of your elbow problem. Xray/mri may be needed to evaluate fracture/ligamentous injury etc..If u r having much problem, consult doc. Good luck.

Question 8

can someone tell me how to know if my finger is sprained?

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Sprain: Hi there! If you hit it hard or had it pulled to the side and one of the joints is sore especially to the touch and slightly swollen, chances are it's sprained. Make sure all the joints move normally and there's no snapping to make sure it's not a tendon injury.  Sprains usually hurt for 2-3 months. No specific treatment unless it's unstable.  Hopefully that helps!

Question 9

how do i tell if my leg is broken, sprained or just hurts?

Accepted Answer

Xray: Exam by physician, and possibly xray would tell you.

Question 10

can someone tell me how to know if my wrist sprained or damaged?

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A good examination: You need an examination by a hand surgeon.  Wear a splint until you can be seen.

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What do these findings mean? paucity of synovial fluid anteriorly at the tibiofemoral articulation anterior cruciate ligament demonstrates inhomogeneity & sprain. greatest in severity at its femoral attachment sites & pericruciate edema?

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