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A member asked:
What can i do to tell if i have a torn acl or pulled acl or just an injury?
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Exam, MRI: I would start with a good orthopedic exam and x-ray after that you may need to undergo an MRI to determine if it is a partial or complete tear which may alter your treatment.
Answered 6/10/2014
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ACL injury: Mechanism of injury is important: usually hyperextension, valgus. Usually get immediate severe swelling with complete acl tear--lesser with less severe. Giving way feeling with complete acl tear.
Answered 11/23/2012
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Get checked.: You must get checked by a sports medicine trained physician. Sometimes they can make the diagnosis in the office, sometimes they may need the help of an MRI.
Answered 7/18/2014
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