Suggest remedy for pain and instability of knee
Patient: I landed on my left leg (Straightened) while playing football approximately 3 weeks ago. The right side of my left knee hurts, along with the back and calf muscle. Knee is yet to regain full range of motion, it hurts when doing a quadriceps muscle stretch/tightening (right side hurts) no history of injuries (on this leg). When I straighten my leg out right side feels very tight and sore. I can walk with no limp now (crutches for two days, limped for a week after), I followed the RICE principal. My knee did not swell and I still feel slight instability. There was a click as injury happened (not a pop) which makes me think it could be meniscus or possible PCL. I really want to get back to football, what do you suggest. Doctor: Hi Thanks for your query and Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I am Dr Akshay from Fortis Hospital, New Delhi.Well really if 3 weeks are already over and you still have any instability in your knee with off and on pain, it will be wise to get MRI scan done of the affected knee simply because you want to get into active sports and i want to be sure that there is no major injury there.Till that time you are advised to continue with your physical therapy exercises so that there is no muscle atrophy/wasting or any other stiffness.Do not hesitate to contact me if you need any further assistance. You can also discuss your case and treatment plans with me in a greater detail in a private consultation.Thanks & RegardsDr Akshay Kumar Saxena