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A member asked:

My friend has torn ligament and a torn cartilage. what can she do for hrs as she can hardly walk?

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Dr. Ramon Garcia-septien answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Resting: Rest , cool pack and Tylenol (acetaminophen).If no improving go to see a Orthopaedic.

Answered 4/24/2015

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