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Minor knee sprain of mcl now 10 weeks duration...slow to heal. will feel good, but as soon as i attempt 2 walk w/o my cane i get pain response next day...this has happened 3 times and afraid to walk on it without re-injury please advise?

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Have you seen a physical therapist for a structured rehab program? If not, I would start there

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Answered 10/24/2021

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Dr. Alexander Sah answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

Continued pain of that duration may warrant a re-evaluation. MRI would assess MCL but also cartilage/meniscus adjacent which could be causing continued discomfort. See your physician for a checkup.

Answered 10/30/2021

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