Possible twisted knee

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Asked for Female, 12 Years

Yesterday I did long jump and landed on my leg funny and I think I have twisted my knee. Now , I cant bend or straighten my leg and it really hurts. I don't know weather to go to A&E or not ??

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Dr. Sandeep

Orthopedist 15 yrs exp Chennai

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you might have some ligament injury

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consult an orthopaedic surgeon who will examine you an suggest a MRI scan if required

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use long knee brace

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Dr. K Shanmuganandan Rheumatologist 37 yrs exp Chennai · Accepted Answer

Dr. K Shanmuganandan

Rheumatologist 37 yrs exp Chennai

Yes Pl go to a and e