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A member asked:

Landed on my knee in a fall 5 months ago and cannot kneel without pain. physio has only made the pain worse, not better. what is causing the pain?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Michael Finkelstein answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

I: Recommend a follow up with your doctor you might need an xray or ct scan

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Knee pain: Its been 5 mo and you are no better even with PT - this needs to be evaluated further. PLease see your doctor or an orthopedic specialist

Dr Lopez agreed

Answered 8/19/2014

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