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Why does my knee lock up when i bend it? if i bend it any more than what is needed for walking, and sometimes less, it locks up, i can't straighten it out, and the pain is terrible. i have to lay on my side, and push my leg backwards to unlock it?

Q: why does my knee lock up when i bend it? if i bend it any more than what is needed for walking, and sometimes less, it locks up, i can't straighten it out, and the pain is terrible. i have to lay on my side, and push my leg backwards to unlock it?

: This needs to be evaluated in person . My guess is you have internal damage of the knee, probably at least a meniscus issue

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

This needs to be evaluated in person . My guess is you have internal damage of the knee, probably at least a meniscus issue

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/29/2021

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

What you described suggests a torn cartilage in the joint. It would be prudent to consult an orthopedic surgeon for evaluation and treatment. Wish you good health!

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/30/2021

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A member asked:

Why does my knee lock up when i bend it? if i bend it any more than what is needed for walking, and sometimes less, it locks up, i can't straighten it out, and the pain is terrible. i have to lay on my side, and push my leg backwards to unlock it?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Richard Romano answered

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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