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I was sitting on steps, and used railing/my left hand to pull myself up to stand. felt a pulling/strain in right knee. pain is on inside knee radiating up 6 inches & above kneecap. i haven't exercised in a year so have weak muscles. what is it?
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It may only be: a strain but potentially you have torn a ligament. If the discomfort lasts more than a few days and/or you see a lot of swelling, it would be appropriate to see a health care provider for evaluation and an imaging study.
Answered 2/25/2018
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Knee pain : Probably a knee strain so get a knee brace, ice , elevate and rest it
Answered 2/25/2018
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