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My daughter tore her acl 2 weeks ago. is it normal to see swelling once she starts to wear the brace(pre surgery?)

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Dr. Ahmad M Hadied answered

Yes: It is normal to have some swelling because of the instability she has.

Dr Derani agreed

Answered 1/15/2013

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