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I have knee pain and been told it's probably runners knee. it's getting worse running or walking up/down hills/stairs. buckles a lot. painful.
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Giving way...: Is a nonspecific sign and does not indicated tears or any other pathology. However, if your pain is worsening it is important to be evaluated by a musculoskeletal physician to determine the cause and correct treatment of your knee pain.
Answered 4/18/2016
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