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I have moderate pain in my left knee when walking, running, and full flex, but not at rest. i believe it started 3 weeks ago when i impacted the inside of my knee at the top of the tibia on my mountain bike frame. the walking pain began 10 days ago.

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Varies: There are multiple potential causes from simple things like a bone contusion which should resolve to things like a meniscal tear. If you are getting better you may choose to wait it out further, if not it would probably be good to be seen for a specific diagnosis.

Dr Moeser agreed

Answered 9/29/2022

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A member asked:

I have moderate pain in my left knee when walking, running, and full flex, but not at rest. i believe it started 3 weeks ago when i impacted the inside of my knee at the top of the tibia on my mountain bike frame. the walking pain began 10 days ago.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Dr Moeser agreed

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