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Do i have a torn acl if it hurts to go upstairs but not to just walk?
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ACL: These are not the typical symptoms. Usually with an acl tear your knee will give out with a pivoting motion.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Not usually.: Pain with stairs is often related to abnormalities related to the patella (kneecap).
Answered 4/6/2013
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