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What Causes Pressure On Knee After Hitting It Accidentally?

i hurt my knee by stepping into a hole while walking ithink i hyper extended it . it feels like it shift with pressure. i hurts to walk or step up [climb] . i explain it to afriend of mine a high school coach he said it may be the miscus [ spell check] i dont know i dont have insursance so i cant do to the doctor i thought you can give me some advise

Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Your friend may be correct. Meniscus is a cushion like structure, and it is torn in your case. If it is hurting you too much he then I would recommend you go to orthopedic surgeon. If pain is not severe then you can take brufen tablet, avoid squatting or sitting on floor.
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What Causes Pressure On Knee After Hitting It Accidentally?

Your friend may be correct. Meniscus is a cushion like structure, and it is torn in your case. If it is hurting you too much he then I would recommend you go to orthopedic surgeon. If pain is not severe then you can take brufen tablet, avoid squatting or sitting on floor.