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Kneecap contusion 5 weeks. no swelling. what should i avoid besides squats and lunges? can i do single leg and balance exercises? pt for hamstring

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Dr. Steven Brown answered

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No limits: at 6-8 weeks should be completely healed may be mild discomfort but no risk of fracture of tendon tear

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 12/17/2018

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A member asked:

Kneecap contusion 5 weeks. no swelling. what should i avoid besides squats and lunges? can i do single leg and balance exercises? pt for hamstring

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Brown answered

Dr Mallia agreed

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