Knee pain when weight bearing

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Avatar m tn It hurts when it does. Occurs during weight-beating and non weight bearing. Therapist says muscle may be increasing in bulk but not stretching out causing other soft tissues??? to have to pop over them. Hard to walk, sleep, sit. anyone else with similar issues. when does this go away?
Avatar m tn I subsequently had ORIF and syndesmosis repair surgery that I am still recovering from. Recently, I started weight-bearing. My knee felt unstable every time I tried to put weight on it and the repaired ankle. I mentioned this to my doctor as well as the PT. The PT decided to do knee tests when I refused to complete certain exercises due to instability. She noted that it was very unstable and that I needed to make an appointment with my doctor.
Avatar f tn Ever since then it grinds and pops like a car going over gravel, sore aches when idle, pain when bearing weight (going up/down stairs etc) and when lying down and bending the knee. Is this really all just down to ‘slight wear to the meniscus’? How should I go about it now as I really need to do something as I can’t progress in my job if it remains like this? For that reason, I really am open for any treatment options. Thank you so much and I hope I’ve posted in the right place!
Avatar m tn The typical rehabilitation plan includes six weeks in the brace, performing non-weight bearing range of motion exercises. After six weeks, patients begin weight bearing and other exercises for another six weeks. Low impact exercises are started at 12 weeks with full exercise at 16 weeks. Return to sports Guidelines is rigorous and you must seek your orthopaedician’s clearance to be able to perform sports specific drills at top speed.
Avatar m tn I have knee pain in my right knee when I kneel down on it.About a year ago the same knee for some reason unknown to me got very swollen & had to use crutches for about a week. Anyway when I kneel down it is like kneeling on a tack. Then it has a sensation of a rug burn to the touch. After about five times of this happening I looked more closely. On the right lower outer edge of knee cap it gets a swell pocket. It does not swell up the entire knee just this oval like shaped pocket.
Avatar f tn The patellar tendon is located between your kneecap and the tibia and the injury is an inflammation of the patellar tendon. During the episode of pain if you use crutches then it is important not to do any weight bearing on the affected knee. You can apply ice packs when your knee is painful, after physical activity as this reduces your pain and inflammation. Resting from aggravating activities such as running and jogging allows time for recovery and healing.
Avatar f tn However, a week later I still don’t have complete ROM and I’m partially weight bearing with crutches. I tried putting more weight on it but i get a sharp pinching pain which is stopping me. I think I’ve torn my medial meniscus but I don’t know if I should go and see someone about it.
Avatar n tn Hi Alex -- I am not a doctor, but when I had the symptoms you describe, at its worst when going down stairs, steep hills, or when I put weight on it such as in a lunge or squat, mine was caused by a stress fracture in my tibial plateau. I would suggest getting it looked at soon. It's been 9 months since mine occurred, I was non-weight bearing to partial weight-bearing for 12 weeks, and I'm still having problems.
Avatar f tn I faithfully used the CPM for three weeks postop for six hours a day and put no weight on my knee for six weeks. During that time, I used a scooter to get around my house, then I began crutches continuously. Today is twelve weeks postop, and I cannot walk without the aid of crutches because of unstableness and pain. My "good knee" is now causing me pain and my underarm on my good side constantly burns.
Avatar n tn m surprised that they r allowing u to bend ur knee before weight bearing. I was not allowed that until after I started weight bearing. Just make sure to take it easy, right now your healing process is crucial. I'm also surprised that they have your brace completely open. Don't try to bend your leg any farther then what it allows without pain. I had mine in March of 2012. I had bone reconstruction, steal plate, and 12 screws put into my leg.
Avatar m tn Continue ice packs and take intermittent NSAIDs till then and also do not exert on the injured knee till properly diagnosed. No major weight bearing, day to day activities and walking can be done. Take care!
Avatar m tn Thanks for the reply. How will I know when it's healed enough for full weight-bearing? And what can I expect to experience when I do return to full weight-bearing?
Avatar n tn I am 8 months post acl surgery. I started having medial knee pain around the insertion site on my tibia. When i walk for long periods or use the eliptical it hurts sharply. Only hurts with weight bearing. It is starting to both make me nervous and make me feel like this is it for life.....
Avatar m tn I ripped most of mine during a martial arts fight 8 years ago, and had to give the sport up as my knee could no longer cope with the twisting actions and bearing all my weight on one leg (kind of essential for a kick, lol). I still feel a warning pain if I do certain activities, nearly a decade later, so I steer clear of those. I couldn't afford more than the initial consultation fee, so I never got advice on how to build it all back up again, but I wish I'd have known.
Avatar m tn The doctors performed a medial meniscal repair...as opposed to a menisectomy... With a repair you should have been non-weight bearing, or partial weight-bearing for at least 4 weeks... (so on crutches) Now that you are still having problems I wonder if you might have not waited long enough for the meniscus to repair...also, you need to be sure to have full range of motion at the knee...
Avatar f tn I was in a cast for 6 weeks, and now am in a removable boot and still use crutches. I am increasing weight bearing a little at a time and in physical therapy. A year ago I also had a total knee replacement on the same side. I want to know realistically how long it will be before I can drive and ditch the crutches and walking air cast? I also need to do the same total knee replacement and foot reconstruction on the other leg. Has anyone else had similar experiences?
Avatar f tn It hurt pretty badly for a couple days, but I kept ice on it and rested it over the weekend and it improved dramatically. Now, it doesn’t hurt when I walk, but it hurts when I lean forward and put weight on it while it is bent. Like going down stairs or running. It also popped in ways it never did before. When I put it out in front of me and lock it, the kneecap seems to pop. It doesn’t pop when I am bearing weight on it and lock it.
Avatar m tn However, I have terrible joints but especially knee pain. My right knee gives me more trouble than the left. IThe pain that I am experiencing is strange to me in that it is not always there. Currently, it is full force, but not all the time, only in certain situations. For example, if I am just standing straight up, there is no pain. My right knee feels a bit funny, but nothing in the form of pain.
Avatar f tn It is a constant pain when any weight is bearing on it but if i kneel or bend the leg with weight on it, the pain is like a muscle pull and extremely painful. When walking there is no pain at all. I am confused because i have not injured or sprained the leg at all. I do suffer from sciatica now and again in my back and left leg and the pain is totally different. I have tried taking anti-inflammatory tablets and this does not ease the pain. Should I be worried and see a doctor.
Avatar f tn it also gives out every now and then, and now i also am experiencing a shooting pain that feels cold and radiates partly down to my upper calf bone, and after the shooting pain is over, the knee feels very cold and achy. (this pain i am describing is occurring inside the knee, and not on the exterior. any ideas?
Avatar n tn Hi, Thanks for writing in. Meniscal tear is repaired by two methods meniscectomy or meniscal repair. In most cases of meniscectomy, there are chances of development of arthritis, this is due to grinding of the bones against each other causing wear and tear. This can also happen due recurrent damage to the meniscus. Is there any swelling, warmth or fever? I would suggest that you get a x-ray of the knee done to see what is it is. Depending upon the cause treatment varies.
Avatar n tn Ever since then I cannot knee on a certain part of that knee. If I do I get a sharp, burning, stinging pain that quickly subsides once off the knee. I can walk and run on it fine, and have not experienced any swelling or other problems. I cannot feel any abnormalities on the outside. The pain is on top of the knee. Even pushing on a certain area it is is sensitive. What do you think?
Avatar m tn During the course of the day, I would experience sudden pain causing me to yell out, even when non-weight bearing. My wife appreciates this. Increased pain yesterday, last night, and this morning when I turn, walk with a cane, and just sit. Increased lateral motion and popping and clicking. Difficult to walk without pain again. What's up???
Avatar m tn Ice-packs and OTC NSAIDS may be helpful for pain relief. Physical activity and weight bearing may be gradually initiated after a few days of rest, under the supervision of a trained physiotherapist. Knee braces may help in improving the joint stability. If there is no improvement over 2-6 weeks, you may see a review with your treating orthopedician. Hope this is helpful. Take care!