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Unstable knee.

2017-06-16 04:31:03
My mri report says that I have a "full thickness acl tear of 9mm" does it requires a surgery?? I am not able to bear my body load. My knee buckles as I try to walk. It's been 15 days and swelling is still there. No medication till date
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If you are a sports person and want to continue your playing activities, yes go for surgery. If not, go for Physiotherapy.

Answered2017-06-16 14:59:42

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