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Fell of ladder 3 weeks ago and twisted knee, pain when straighten and walking, but no limping, swelling gone down, can it be sprained, can bear full w?

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Dr. Edwin Perez answered

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Activity is on You: Feel free to use your knee if you can and as you can. If pain continues or lose full range of motion, consider meniscus injury and see your doctor.

Answered 4/1/2016

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A member asked:

Fell of ladder 3 weeks ago and twisted knee, pain when straighten and walking, but no limping, swelling gone down, can it be sprained, can bear full w?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edwin Perez answered

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