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I have a bruise on the back area of my knee and i wasnt hit there. i was wondering if it could be a muscle or tendon tear? i have a big blue black and purple bruise on the back of my knee around where my calf and thigh connect. its on my right leg on the

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Plantares : Plantares tendon rupture. Back off training, heat and nsaidsand slow return as tol to full activity. To be sure see an ortho.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 6/25/2019

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A member asked:

I have a bruise on the back area of my knee and i wasnt hit there. i was wondering if it could be a muscle or tendon tear? i have a big blue black and purple bruise on the back of my knee around where my calf and thigh connect. its on my right leg on the

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Dr Mallia agreed

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