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My knees are locking up to where i can't bend them, or sometimes i can't straiten them. very painful and they pop all the time. what should i do?
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See your orthopedist: Sounds like you have a meniscal tear or cartilage injury.. Some of your symptoms are typical - including pain and locking. Other symptoms may include swelling, clicking, and instability. Check in with a local orthopedic surgeon for an evaluation. He will probably recommend physical therapy initially and perhaps an MRI depending on you examination. Arthroscopic surgery may be necessary.
Answered 8/7/2014
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