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What Causes Severe Pain And Cracking Sound Under Knee After Injury?

Hi, I fell on my knee yesterday and today it is tender, swollen and sore. I can walk without to much pain but when I bend the knee or apply pressure to it there is a sharp stabbing pain under my knee cap. It is also making clicking noises when I m walking. Is this a serious injury or will it be ok in a few days with ice and rest?
Tue, 8 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe pain and cracking sound under knee after injury . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like meniscus tears , cartilage injury or medial collateral ligament damage . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order tests like CT scan , MRI , and x-ray . Doctor will also do physical examination by asking you to do certain movements . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory and vitamin supplement for quick recovery . Doctor may also recommend particular stretching exercises or surgery . For now take complete bed rest and apply warm compresses to knee .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwar
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What Causes Severe Pain And Cracking Sound Under Knee After Injury?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe pain and cracking sound under knee after injury . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like meniscus tears , cartilage injury or medial collateral ligament damage . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order tests like CT scan , MRI , and x-ray . Doctor will also do physical examination by asking you to do certain movements . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory and vitamin supplement for quick recovery . Doctor may also recommend particular stretching exercises or surgery . For now take complete bed rest and apply warm compresses to knee . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwar