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Cracking and stiffness in knee area

2026-06-08 15:24:13
Hello doctors, it's been several months since I've been hearing cracking sound when I stand up from my knees , and last few days I feel kind of stiffness and mild pain in knee area and  thigh, I feel good when stretch a bit my legs. Kindly suggest what could I do now? Thank you
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Consult an Orthopaedician. Give a brief history and know the probable causes. Further treatment should be based on the diagnosis.

Answered2026-06-10 11:47:42

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Start knee exercises

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Get xray knee ap lateral

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Check vitamin d level in blood

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Get evaluated

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