Broad question concerning my knees. 52 years old, 6 3 240, athletic. Stepped in a hole in yard, knee went left, body went other way. Didn t immediately hurt, not even for a week, then suddenly it has begun to be very painful,, lost full range of motion, can t run, stiff if I sit for too long, can t prop it across other leg, outside of it is tender, have a difficult time even using it to get up from a chair. Feels as if it could give out going up or down stairs, and even walking. Suggestions or comments welcome. Eric , email
Hello, I have studied your case. As per your age and history there is possibility of soft tissue injury in knee. Most commonly meniscus injury occurs. As per your symptoms you need to do physiotherapy and knee exercises to improve range of motion. If pain persist then you may need to do MRI again to see for any functional defect. Small meniscus tear can be managed conservatively with physiotherapy with USG Andrews. Meniscus injury can be managed by arthroscopic repair, and same day you can go home. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care