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I was playing basketball the other day and my leg swung behind me and something in my knee popped. now it is very painful when moving is side to side.
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Knee Injury: A painful pop with knee swelling while playing basketball is an ACL tear and/or meniscus tear until proven otherwise. Recommend evaluation with an orthopedic surgeon to diagnose the problem.
Answered 1/27/2016
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