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My left patella hurts when sitting for periods of time and also at night when sleeping . i'm interested in some exercises to relieve the pain.
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As above : Before considering excersize u need to make sure u knees ligament r intact , by seeing an orthopedist for evaluation.
Answered 11/28/2017
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See Orthopaedic MD: See the specialist to determine the cause. Only then can you properly treat it. At your age there can be some degenerative arthritis, as well as degeneration of the cushioning under the kneecap. See the expert. Good luck.
Answered 12/22/2013
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