Question 1

my knee buckles sideways, and i have pain on the outside and top of my knee. sometimes it gives way. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Sprained ligament: You may have sustained an injury to one of the important stabilizing ligaments of your knee. The most likely injured ligaments that protect against buckling and sideward looseness are the acl and lcl (anterior cruciate and lateral collateral ligaments). You should be evaluated expeditiously by an orthopaedic surgeon. Avoid running, jumping, pivoting and deep knee bending until you are evaluated.

Question 2

can i have multiple sclerosis at the age of 23 years old? i been limping for 5 months going on 6 months soon i have heavy thighs knees swollen cant feel anything in my thighs knee buckle my left feet goes outward inside of straight?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, multiple sclerosis could be causing your problems, but so could many other underlying conditions, and you need a full evaluation both neurologically and maybe rheumatologically.  If you wish, a virtual consult here at HT may point the way for further interventions.  (www.connect@healthtap.com)

Question 3

can knee injury stunt growth?

Accepted Answer

Growth: It can.  Injury to the knee's growth plate can affect growth and should be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon.

Question 4

how to reduce risk of knee injury?

Accepted Answer

Strengthening: Maintain good strength (quads especially - straight leg raises are a good start)) and flexibility about the knee.  Avoid impact activities such as running, especially if you have had prior problems with your knee.

Question 5

how can i take care of my knee injury?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: To best give focused treatment advice, should be evaluated and examined by a sports medicine specialist (including sports physiatrist or orthopaedist). To start with, in general, ice the knee, rest it, elevate, modify activities to avoid pain-provoking maneuvers. If no contraindications (e.g. No stomach ulcers, kidney problems, heart disease, high blood pressure), can take short-term nsaids.

Question 6

how to treat knee injury when hurling?

Accepted Answer

Stop Playing: Hurling is a collision sport  with rapid, forceful, high speed direction changes of players.  Both of these are particularly stressful on knees and especially so if you already have an injury to your knee.

Question 7

what best way to treat a tennis knee injury?

Accepted Answer

Observe: Observe for something serious. Tennis knee implies overuse, and therefore not a serious injury. Rest, ice, anti-inflammories, light compression wrap and see how it goes. If you develop swelling, worsening pain, skin discoloration, popping, sticking, or other joint instability in the next week, then you need to go see your doc for xrays and possible referral to an orthopedic specialist.

Question 8

knee injury, sharp pain? what may be causing it?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Problems like these can only be correctly handled by your doctor in person.  He/she needs to listen to you, perform an examination and possibly run labs or other tests. That's the only way he/she can find out what's going on and what to do about it.

Question 9

blunt force knee injury two weeks ago, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Ice.: Ice for 20 minutes at a time, 3-4 times per day. Also, take an over the counter anti-inflammatory medication. If you're no better in a week, then see a sports medicine physician for evaluation.

Question 10

is chinese medicine effective for a old knee injury?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: There are different methods used in chinese medicine. Acupuncture, pressure point stimulation and massage to name a couple. Depending on the type and extent of your injury, these modalities and others may turn out helpful.

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