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Knee injury 11/13, told on 11/25 possible fracture, orthopedic dr said needs mri, possible torn meniscus.how should we treat it till we know the facts?

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Off weight: Use crutches to off weight the affected leg. Until you know correct diagnosis, don't risk additional injury.

Answered 12/3/2014

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A member asked:

Knee injury 11/13, told on 11/25 possible fracture, orthopedic dr said needs mri, possible torn meniscus.how should we treat it till we know the facts?

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Dr. Steven Simon answered

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