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A member asked:
I have knee pain with extra build up at the bottom. should i get a knee brace for it before my next basketball game?
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What is extra build: I am uncertain what you mean by extra buildup at the bottom. You need to ask your physician to help clarify your diagnosis. A knee exercise program with physical therapy which you can follow. The first thing however is to get the correct diagnosis of your knee.
Answered 2/9/2015
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