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Pain below knee on left side of right knee when bending or straightening leg after i twisted my knee. feels like something is out of place and rubbing. pain is completely tolerable. can walk/run fine. wondering how serious it is?

Q: pain below knee on left side of right knee when bending or straightening leg after i twisted my knee. feels like something is out of place and rubbing. pain is completely tolerable. can walk/run fine. wondering how serious it is?

: This needs an in person evaluation to determine if anything is torn or dislocated. Meanwhile apply ice to the area &amp; elevate. Consider over the counter ibuprofen or acetaminophen.

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

This needs an in person evaluation to determine if anything is torn or dislocated. Meanwhile apply ice to the area & elevate. Consider over the counter ibuprofen or acetaminophen.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/18/2021

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A member asked:

Pain below knee on left side of right knee when bending or straightening leg after i twisted my knee. feels like something is out of place and rubbing. pain is completely tolerable. can walk/run fine. wondering how serious it is?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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