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Fell on my knees91/2 weeks ago.my right knee got hurt more than the lft one.the pain is less but still there.the right patella's more protruding than the left one.it feels bumpy.when i touch it,it doesn't hurt much.can i apply ice on it?what problem?

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Dr. Kelvin Barry answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Definite defect: You may have a patellar subluxation or a rupture/tear of the patellar tendon. You should see an orthopedic specialist for evaluation and x-rays, and possible MRI

Answered 6/21/2017

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A member asked:

Fell on my knees91/2 weeks ago.my right knee got hurt more than the lft one.the pain is less but still there.the right patella's more protruding than the left one.it feels bumpy.when i touch it,it doesn't hurt much.can i apply ice on it?what problem?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kelvin Barry answered

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