Effective Strategies to Alleviate Persistent Knee Pain
Knee pain I went hiking before, and I'm not sure if that caused my sports injury. However, currently, I have pain on the inner side of my knee, and this condition has persisted for several months without improvement. I'm wondering what methods could help alleviate this ...
Dr. Lin Junliang Reply:
Your condition may be a soft tissue injury to the knee caused by overexertion, which can also be classified as a sports injury. Generally speaking, minor injuries require only rest and simple physical therapy; however, if there is damage to the knee cartilage or the cruciate liga...[Read More] Effective Strategies to Alleviate Persistent Knee Pain
Recovery and Rehabilitation After Knee Ligament Tear: What to Expect
Treatment and Rehabilitation After Knee Ligament Tear I sustained a ligament tear in my left knee due to an accident in mid-April. After treatment, the wound on my left leg has healed, but I am still having difficulty walking. How long does it typically take to recover, and shoul...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
The knee ligaments include the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), lateral collateral ligament (LCL), and medial collateral ligament (MCL). It is unclear which one is ruptured. Generally, tears of the ACL, PCL, and LCL require surgical interventio...[Read More] Recovery and Rehabilitation After Knee Ligament Tear: What to Expect
ACL Tear: Should You Consider Surgery for Long-Term Knee Pain?
Ligament rupture I suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) due to a car accident, but I am still able to walk normally without major issues. Recently, my knee has been feeling sore, and I experience discomfort after standing for extended periods. This has been ongoing fo...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
A torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) can lead to knee instability, particularly during physical activities and when going up and down stairs, and it increases the risk of developing arthritis in the future. For individuals with a low level of physical activity, rehabilitation ...[Read More] ACL Tear: Should You Consider Surgery for Long-Term Knee Pain?