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Is walking good for someone with a torn tendon in knee?
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May or may not: You are probably talking about either a torn meniscus or a torn ligament. Walking will most likely be uncomfortable and may sometimes cause more damage. Inactivity, however, will not fix the problem either. I would recommend less weight bearing and some exercises that are recommended for torn menisci and ligaments that you can find in abundance on line or through your primary care provider.
Answered 1/22/2014
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Yes, but...: In general, a low impact activity that does not aggravate your symptoms is good for you. This does depend on which tendon is torn and if you have an unstable knee. If there is any instability, a brace should help you to walk comfortably until you are strong enough to go without it. Physical therapy can help maximize strength of surrounding muscles to compensate for the injured one.
Answered 1/29/2014
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I felt my left knee on the lateral side lock how can this happen? I really am in a lot of pain while walking. Are there any bones on the lateral side of the knee? Can you tear a ligament or tendon just by twisting the knee. Kneecap feels locked. Help?
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Left knee on the lateral side is hurting after I twisted my left knee, I am in excruciating pain enough to cry. Can the tendons and ligaments tear with this motion? How much force is needed. Hurts to apply weight hard to walk without limping. Help?
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