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I was playing basketball last night and someone shoved me and I fell on my knee. It is red and swollen, are there any home treatments that I can do to make it feel better? Answered by
Louis Meeks M.D.
A:
Yes. You should use the RICE method: R = rest, I = ice, C = compression, E = elevation.
Q:
I fell last week while skiing, and injured my left knee, there is no swelling, and no discoloration, just pain on the interior side of my knee. It seemed to be getting better, but now it is getting more painful. Could you possibly tell me what I did to my knee? Answered by
Louis Meeks M.D.
A:
Most likely you sprained or strained the medial ligament of your knee. These usually heal by themselves but the improvement should be consistent. If you develop new symptoms, an orthopedic surgeon should evaluate you.
Q:
The doctor told me that I hyper-extended my knee. I have been limping around for a month and it hasn't gotten better. Any suggestions? Answered by
Louis Meeks M.D.
A:
With a hyper-extended knee, if at one month it is not improved, further diagnostic tests may be indicated such as X-rays and/or an MRI to rule out injuries to the bony structures or the soft tissues about your knee.
Q:
My knee “pops” and “cracks” a lot when I walk, but it doesn’t hurt. What is this and should I be concerned? Answered by
David Golden M.D.
A:
Crepitus is the name given to grinding or popping sounds in the knee. The main concern is pain. If there is no pain or swelling, usually there is no problem. The exact causes of the sounds in your knee are not always known. If pain should develop, see your doctor for an evaluation and an x-ray.
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