Question 1

what is best treatment for 3mm osteochrondal defect in medial femoral condyle? kissing contusion of the knee joint?

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Let me advise you: Many patients appear to do well from an arthroscopic washout and debridement where any loose bodies of cartilage are removed and the defect is tidied back to healthy cartilage. However, when this treatment fails to relieve symptoms it is unclear what the best treatment is.

Question 2

what is a knee contusion?

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Bad bruise of...: ...The bones of the knee, with damage to the soft tissues, but usually without fracture, cartilage, ligamentous, or tendinous damage. Responds well over 3-6 weeks of ice, elevation, sometimes compression, rest, arnica gel, initially followed by range of motion, heat, and pain relieving medications. Usually self resolving, but occasionally further work up and rehabilitation needed.

Question 3

what can be done about severe knee contusion?

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See below: Rest and stretching when the swelling goes down.  Discuss this with your doctor.

Question 4

how long would it take to recover from a knee contusion?

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Variable: 6-8 weeks generally.

Question 5

how do i tell if i have a knee contusion or something worse?

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See your doctor: This is a problem that requires a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  In that meeting, your doctor will listen to you, perform a throrough examination and possibly order labs or other tests. Based on this information, he/she will be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.

Question 6

can somebody give me advice knee contusion pain help please?

Accepted Answer

Ice.: Ice the knee for 20 minutes at a time, 3-4 times per day. Take an over the counter anti-inflammatory medication as well. Hopefully that will ease your pain. If you don't get better in a week, then see a sports medicine knee specialist to see if there may be structural damage.

Question 7

10 weeks ago i was told that i have a contusion  in my left knee. i still can't bend it or twist it. is that normal?

Accepted Answer

Not normal: If you knee has not returned to normal functioning after 10 weeks you need to be evaluated by and orthopaedic surgeon. You may have an internal derangement, such as, a torn meniscus that is causing the continued problem. You probably will need an MRI to help to identify the cause of the lack of motion and pain with torque.

Question 8

several falls leading to contusions and e.r. visits..also head injuries..what neurological test needs to be done for knees giving out causing injury?

Accepted Answer

An exam.: An exam is the best first step.  Specialized tests can be ordered once we have an idea what the problem might be.  An exam would be focused on determining if there is any loss of strength , muscle mass, sensation or change in reflexes.

Question 9

what should i do if i was diagnosed with inner knee contusions months ago and it's not getting any better?

Accepted Answer

It should be well: A contusion is like a bruise.  It should have have healed.  Unless you are doing something that continues to irritate it, it was probably misdiagnosed initially.  You now have more information to help with the diagnosis and treatment.  You need to be re-evaluated.

Question 10

can knee contusion fuse growth plates?

Accepted Answer

That is completely: dependent on the age of the individual.  If asking for you as a 28 year old then the answer is no.  Your growth plates are fused and no longer contributing to your stature.

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How long would it take to recover from a knee contusion?

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How do i tell if i have a knee contusion or something worse?

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Can somebody give me advice knee contusion pain help please?

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10 weeks ago i was told that i have a contusion in my left knee. i still can't bend it or twist it. is that normal?

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Several falls leading to contusions and e.r. visits..also head injuries..what neurological test needs to be done for knees giving out causing injury?

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What should i do if i was diagnosed with inner knee contusions months ago and it's not getting any better?

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Can knee contusion fuse growth plates?

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