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How to get rid of bruises on my knees from sports?

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Dr. Geoffrey Higgs answered

Avoid blunt trauma: Bruises tend to occur from blunt trauma. Protect your knees with knee pads if appropriate for the sport.

Answered 2/14/2013

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