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My knee doesn't hurt when i bend my leg, only when i extend it. what could be wrong?

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Dr. Ken Deck answered

Ligament: Extending will stretch the ligaments where bending does not. Should see either ortho or local urgernt care or regular doctor.

Answered 1/28/2013

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