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I have a sprained meniscus and is very painful have swelling as well. dr have me a shot told me to ice it for 20min 3 times a day. it is still painful?
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Meniscus tear: Meniscal tears are painful and as it is a type of "cartilage" the pain comes from swelling in the joint itself - this can last days to weeks. Rest, gentle range of motion, antiinflammatory medications and ice are the mainstay of acute treatment
Answered 12/31/2016
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