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A member asked:

Can you tell me is it bad that the knee isn't in the same alignment as it was before the sprain?

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes: That will result in more wear and tear on the knee over time. Suggest seeing the orthopedic doctor, it maybe as easy as just getting therapy to strengthen the knee or taping the knee as well to help keep it in alignment.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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