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How Long Does The Pain Last After A Sprain On Knee?
About 2 weeks ago I sprained my knee, while skiing. X Ray at the doctor's office was negative for a fracture but now I have feeling that I have damaged soft tissues. How long does the pain and clicking last? Should I go back to see the orthopedic doctor? They suggested MRI as a next step.
Thu, 15 Dec 2016
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I understand you had a skiing injury and the xray did not show bony fractures. The possibility remains of a tendon or cartilage injury. Do you have a lot of pain and swelling? Do you have any bruising and are you able to bear weight on your ankle joint? If you have any of these symptoms you should go ahead and get the MRI to rule out other injuries. The pain from a simple sprain can last 3 to 4 weeks, but a tendon or cartilage injury could last longer or even require surgery.
I hope you feel better soon
I understand you had a skiing injury and the xray did not show bony fractures. The possibility remains of a tendon or cartilage injury. Do you have a lot of pain and swelling? Do you have any bruising and are you able to bear weight on your ankle joint? If you have any of these symptoms you should go ahead and get the MRI to rule out other injuries. The pain from a simple sprain can last 3 to 4 weeks, but a tendon or cartilage injury could last longer or even require surgery.
I hope you feel better soon
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