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Suggest Treatment Knee Fracture

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Posted on Mon, 11 May 2015
Question: X-Ray Results:

eport Text: Five views of the bilateral knees, to include weight-bearing views were obtained. No prior studies are available for comparison.

A fabella versus loose body is seen posteriorly on the left, 6 mm in greatest dimension. Joint spaces are well-maintained without osteochondral defect, effusion, or fracture. The soft tissues are unremarkable.

Impression: 1. Probable fabella on the left posteriorly although a loose body is not completely excluded. 2. Otherwise normal weight-bearing bilateral knees.
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Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
explained below

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
There is possibility of pain due to loose body.
MRI knee or arthroscopic knee examination will help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and Tens may give you relief.
Focus on knee quadriceps strengthening exercises and range of motion exercises.
You can take calcium and vitamin D supplements for strengthening of joint.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Suggest Treatment Knee Fracture

Brief Answer: explained below Detailed Answer: Hello I have read your query. There is possibility of pain due to loose body. MRI knee or arthroscopic knee examination will help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and Tens may give you relief. Focus on knee quadriceps strengthening exercises and range of motion exercises. You can take calcium and vitamin D supplements for strengthening of joint. I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.