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Why can't i bend my knee? i had a rugby injury a week ago and untill now i still can't fully bend my right knee. can i still play rugby after this

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

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Seems a little soon: The orthopedic rule is if it hurts don't do it.

Answered 5/29/2017

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A member asked:

Why can't i bend my knee? i had a rugby injury a week ago and untill now i still can't fully bend my right knee. can i still play rugby after this

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Dugan answered

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