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I fell off my pushbike 3 weeks ago, i still have pain in my hand and knee, should i go back to the doctors or is it normal not to have healed yet?

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Dr. Vicken Poochikian answered

Has X rays done?: If x rays are normal, then it will take 6 weeks to heal, you can use topical Voltaren or take ALEVE (naproxen) twice a day, if after 6 weeks it still hurts see an orthopedist.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/3/2014

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Follow up: It does not hurt to have a follow up appointment to make sure your recovery is appropriate.

Answered 6/4/2017

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A member asked:

I fell off my pushbike 3 weeks ago, i still have pain in my hand and knee, should i go back to the doctors or is it normal not to have healed yet?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Vicken Poochikian answered

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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