A member asked:

I twisted my knee when walking and something clunked in the knee. was told acl sprain with large effusion. could this cause straightening problems?

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Dr. Thomas Deberardino answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Meniscal tear likely: Although it is possible you injured your ACL, it is more likely that the clunk you mentioned is from tearing your meniscus. An MRI would clearly delineate what is really injured along with a repeat thorough examination of your knee.

Answered 12/3/2015

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