Diagnosis on knee injury?
I jumped off a chair yesterday and didn't notice anything unusual until about 10 minutes later. My knee couldn't lock or fully bend the opposite direction without feeling a lot of pressure. It feels as if it will pop but it doesn't. My knee appears to be the same as my other knee and there is not really any swelling.
I can't walk on it because my knee cap feels unstable and unable to support me. My leg feels the most comfortable when it is at a 120 degree angle. It feels better once I stay off it for a period of time, but I still am unable to walk and I have been off of it overnight.
Anyone think they know what this might be or how to solve this problem? (I'll most likely see a doctor if the pain persists)
Public Comments
1. sounds like you may have torn one of the discs (meniscus) in your knee- wise to have it checked as there are specific tests (movements) that can be done to rule that out...good luck2. Many athletes experience injuries to their knee ligaments. Of the four major ligaments found in the knee, the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and the medial collateral ligament (MCL) are often injured in sports. The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) may also be injured.
•ACL injury
Changing direction rapidly, slowing down when running, and landing from a jump may cause tears in the ACL. Athletes who participate in skiing and basketball, and athletes who wear cleats, such as football players, are susceptible to ACL injuries.
•MCL injury
Injuries to the MCL are usually caused by a direct blow to the outside of the knee. These types of injuries often occur in contact sports, such as football or soccer.
•PCL injury
The PCL is often injured when an athlete receives a blow to the front of the knee or makes a simple misstep on the playing field.
•Torn cartilage
When people talk about torn knee cartilage, they are usually referring to a torn meniscus. The mensicus is a tough, rubbery cartilage that is attached to the knee's ligaments. The meniscus acts like a shock absorber. In athletic activities, tears in the meniscus can occur when twisting, cutting, pivoting, decelerating, or being tackled. Direct contact is often involved.
Orthopaedic surgeons use a variety of methods to treat knee injuries in athletes. A common method used to treat mild knee injuries is R.I.C.E., which stands for "rest, ice, compression, and elevation." Rest the knee by staying off it or walking only with crutches. Apply ice to control swelling. Use a compressive elastic bandage applied snugly, but loosely enough so that it does not cause pain. Finally, keep the knee elevated.
The most important advice is to seek treatment as soon as possible, especially if you:
•Hear a popping noise and feel your knee give out at the time of injury
•Have severe pain
•Cannot move the knee
•Begin limping
•Have swelling at the injury site
