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My knee hurts with the simplest activities and is not aligned should i use crutches and a brace until i see my doctor?

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Chondromalacia: It is likely to be chondromalacia, a condition common in young females and usually treated with specific exercises. Either crutches or a knee sleeve is fine. Consider an orthopedic opinion.

Dr Phasouk agreed

Answered 3/20/2014

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