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I need a doctor in the Seattle area who can do something for my knee. It's a ten year old injury (to the meniscus/patella I think), surgery didn't correct it. I'm open to traditional medicine, acupuncture, massage, voodoo, anything that works. Does anyone have recommendations?
posted on Jul 8, 2008 - 10 answers

Is my knee screwed or just screwing with me? [more inside]
posted on Jun 23, 2008 - 7 answers

How long after injury to wait before seeing an orthopedic surgeon? Details inside. [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2008 - 12 answers

Should I seek additional physical therapy for my mysteriously injured knee, and how can I continue to work out in spite of it? [more inside]
posted on May 22, 2008 - 5 answers

Is there a way to stretch my quadriceps without bending my knees? [more inside]
posted on May 6, 2008 - 14 answers

My knees feel a little old. Is there anything I can do? [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2008 - 16 answers

joggers with knee problem - do you recommend a knee support? [more inside]
posted on Apr 30, 2008 - 14 answers

what kind of doc shall I see about a knee injury and how does the UK med system work? [more inside]
posted on Mar 19, 2008 - 11 answers

On average how long is there pain after knee replacement surgery? I had a partial done Dec. 12th and still have days that I have to take pain pills for the discomfort. Is this typical? Should I go back to the doctor?
posted on Feb 26, 2008 - 7 answers

I have this recurring, temporary knee issue which happens and I'd like to know what it is and how to avoid it. [more inside]
posted on Jan 21, 2008 - 12 answers

Does anyone have experience with a bone bruise? I have one, apparently, just when I wanted to get serious about exercising again. [more inside]
posted on Dec 31, 2007 - 14 answers

Physical therapy recommendation in Seattle metro area? [more inside]
posted on Dec 29, 2007 - 5 answers

I planned to ask about finding low-cost help for depression. But I'm asking about joint pain instead. [more inside]
posted on Oct 28, 2007 - 23 answers

i often get soreness at the back of my knee, almost every day. what do i do? [more inside]
posted on Aug 22, 2007 - 3 answers

Knee and foot pain. How do I get through working a 9 hour retail shift? [more inside]
posted on Aug 5, 2007 - 18 answers

How worried should I be that there's some new bruising on a week-old knee injury? [more inside]
posted on Aug 1, 2007 - 6 answers

What is wrong with my knee? [more inside]
posted on Jul 17, 2007 - 7 answers

Why is my knee killing me? [more inside]
posted on Jul 6, 2007 - 12 answers

What happened to my knee? It felt like it was slightly dislocated, but it got better so quickly it doesn't fit with what I've read online about knee dislocations. And of course I want to know how to prevent it from happening again. [more inside]
posted on Jun 5, 2007 - 7 answers

What is the best style/brand knee-brace for ACL? [more inside]
posted on May 13, 2007 - 4 answers

What's making my knee hurt when I bike? [more inside]
posted on Apr 30, 2007 - 15 answers

Please help me choose the right knee brace for hiking that does not cause further pain. [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2007 - 2 answers

It feels like the cartilage behind my knee cap is slipping out of place. I don't have health insurance. How serious is this & what's the wisest response? [more inside]
posted on Mar 18, 2007 - 8 answers

Is there a time I should switch from cold to warm compresses on a joint injury? [more inside]
posted on Feb 22, 2007 - 10 answers

What happened to my knee? [more inside]
posted on Nov 9, 2006 - 24 answers

Orthofilter: So, I've got a damaged medial meniscus and MCL in my right knee. The pain since this began (July) has really subsided to the point of mild inconvenience. Arthroscopy and debridement seem to be fairly common procedures, and I'm wondering whether I can achieve relief without surgery? [more inside]
posted on Oct 28, 2006 - 7 answers

Bad knee pain when squatting/extending the knees. [more inside]
posted on Sep 19, 2006 - 8 answers

Swollen knee, any ideas? [more inside]
posted on Sep 4, 2006 - 12 answers

What can I do about weak and painful knees? I'm a 21 y.o. male with weak, creaking, grinding, and occasionally dislocating knees. Cause/options/suggestions? [more inside]
posted on Aug 14, 2006 - 11 answers

Is it possible to seriously hyperextend your knee without doing any permanent damage? Nauseating details inside. [more inside]
posted on Jul 15, 2006 - 9 answers

My boyfriend hurt his knee badly, starts new job Monday. Help bring swelling down! [more inside]
posted on Jun 10, 2006 - 17 answers

My right knee is making strange noises when I flex my leg. [more inside]
posted on Dec 6, 2005 - 12 answers

I sprained my knee a week ago - I can walk on it as of yesterday. Would I be insane to go to a judo class tonight? [more inside]
posted on Nov 18, 2005 - 11 answers

What are some common exercises for a medial collateral ligament sprain?
posted on Sep 28, 2005 - 1 answers

Our Irish wolfhound has torn the ACL in one of her hind legs, and the knee is going to require surgery. We're worried about how to keep her "calm" and "off that leg" after the surgery, for 3 or 4 weeks, as the surgeon tells us we'll have to do. [more inside]
posted on Jul 18, 2005 - 7 answers

Can anyone post about experience with a torn ligament or tendon in a knee? [more inside]
posted on Jun 23, 2005 - 14 answers

I'm a 24 y/o college student with a relatively inactive lifestyle - I don't work out, but I'm not a couch potato. My right knee had been popping while walking to class this semester, especially uphill. On Friday, I went out dancing... ever since, it feels swollen and hurts to sit "Indian-style" or straighten it completely. Should I be worried? [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2005 - 13 answers

I need to start running again, but I haven't done it for almost half a year. In that time, I've gained a few pounds, and the last time I tried running after such a long delay, my right knee was in pain for months. How do I rebuild strength in my knees and when can I start running again?
posted on Apr 15, 2005 - 10 answers

TwingeFilter: I was doing some lifting (moving furniture) and now whenever I climb steep stairs my right knee twinges in a "Don't push it" kind of way. The lifting was over 6 months ago. Will this fix itself or is there something I should be doing to assist it?
posted on Feb 10, 2005 - 8 answers