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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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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

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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