Yesterday I started having sudden sharp pain and stiffness in my left knee, above and around the kneecap. I suspect I injured it doing squats and lunges (with bad form) the night before. Could it get better on its own, if I rest for a few days? Or should I see a doctor (and what kind)? [more inside]
posted by the littlest brussels sprout on Nov 20, 2009 - 16 answers

Knee pain concerns: I have a small pain that feels like it is coming from the upper outside of my left knee. I've had this issue on and off for a long time and it doesn't prevent me from doing anything, but it has me worried. [more inside]
posted by Popcorn on Nov 2, 2009 - 16 answers

Help me unlock my knees, please. [more inside]
posted by sarajane on Oct 21, 2009 - 4 answers

Best shoes for a P.E. teacher with a bad knee. [more inside]
posted by roxiesmom on Oct 17, 2009 - 5 answers

Will Kaiser health insurance pay for a knee brace? Subsidize it? [more inside]
posted by jstef on Oct 16, 2009 - 5 answers

I need help with creating a plan to diagnose a possible alignment problem with my right leg what I can do do fix it. [more inside]
posted by Brandon1600 on Oct 14, 2009 - 10 answers

Going in for ACL replacement in a few days - what can I do between now and then to prepare for the next few weeks? [more inside]
posted by swngnmonk on Oct 4, 2009 - 8 answers

Did you get ACL reconstruction surgery? I would like to know as much about your specific experience and graft choice as possible, to help me decide on mine. [more inside]
posted by hybridvigor on Aug 25, 2009 - 22 answers

So my husband tore his meniscus months ago. Finally got an MRI confirming it and we're wondering what people who've had a meniscus repair can tell us about their experiences with surgery and rehab. [more inside]
posted by leslies on Jul 16, 2009 - 14 answers

I'm 21 and for the last 10 months or so I've been having knee pain above both kneecaps. The pain isn't confined to a point but instead spread over the area above my knee caps, and occurs whenever I bend the knee with weight on it. I've been to a surgeon who wants to do an arthroscopy but he doesn't know what the problem is and hence doesn't know if it will do any good. Has anyone had a similar kind of pain and if so how did you solve it? And could it be plica syndrome even though the pain is above the knee and in both knees? [more inside]
posted by Xeract on Jun 21, 2009 - 13 answers

Advice following recent knee injury (inc. ACL tear)? [more inside]
posted by BritishGas on May 6, 2009 - 11 answers

YANAD filter: Knee Edition [more inside]
posted by OrangeDrink on Apr 24, 2009 - 12 answers

How do knees stay healthy? [more inside]
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur on Apr 13, 2009 - 17 answers

Patellar tracking correction: Knee strap or brace? Which brand is best?
posted by dame on Mar 11, 2009 - 4 answers

Anybody have experience with early onset osteoarthritis (specific to knee)? [more inside]
posted by dancinglamb on Feb 28, 2009 - 9 answers

Questions of bicycle pain/comfort and perhaps where to buy a new-old one in Perth. Lots of text & occasional squeamish details, sorry. [more inside]
posted by polyglot on Feb 16, 2009 - 10 answers

What is/was your experience with knee arthroscopy (torn cartilage repair) and how long was your down time? [more inside]
posted by dancinglamb on Feb 13, 2009 - 9 answers

How do I know when it's time to see a new orthopaedic surgeon? [more inside]
posted by rollbiz on Jan 28, 2009 - 6 answers

Twisted my ankle and now my Knee Hurts after I go running? [more inside]
posted by complience on Nov 27, 2008 - 3 answers

Question for those of you who have seen "Knee Deep": My recording cut out - how much did I miss? (spoilers inside) [more inside]
posted by Lucinda on Nov 24, 2008 - 0 answers

My husband has been seeking treatment for chronic knee pain (both knees) for a couple years now. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 13, 2008 - 14 answers

there are air bubbles rising to the top inside my knee. wait, what? [more inside]
posted by krautland on Oct 20, 2008 - 9 answers

My knee is screwy. Help! [more inside]
posted by Evangeline on Sep 10, 2008 - 10 answers

Help me find a physical therapist (especially for knees) in San Francisco. [more inside]
posted by names are hard on Aug 17, 2008 - 3 answers

SexFilter: Boyfriend with bum knee wants to get back on top, figuratively and/or literally. What can we do to help him get his mojo back? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 7, 2008 - 9 answers

I can walk, I can bike, I can't run more than a mile without my knee locking up. [more inside]
posted by tmcw on Aug 2, 2008 - 9 answers

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 by Shutter on Jul 8, 2008 - 10 answers

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

How long after injury to wait before seeing an orthopedic surgeon? Details inside. [more inside]
posted by zackola 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 by Who_Am_I on May 22, 2008 - 5 answers

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

My knees feel a little old. Is there anything I can do? [more inside]
posted by sully75 on May 1, 2008 - 16 answers

joggers with knee problem - do you recommend a knee support? [more inside]
posted by grafholic 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 by krautland 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 by lag 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 by ktoad 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 by Countess Elena on Dec 31, 2007 - 14 answers

Physical therapy recommendation in Seattle metro area? [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon 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 by EatTheWeak 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 by edtut on Aug 22, 2007 - 3 answers

Knee and foot pain. How do I get through working a 9 hour retail shift? [more inside]
posted by Glitter Ninja 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 by poweredbybeard on Aug 1, 2007 - 6 answers

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

Why is my knee killing me? [more inside]
posted by Second Account For Making Jokey Comments 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 by cerebus19 on Jun 5, 2007 - 7 answers

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

What's making my knee hurt when I bike? [more inside]
posted by nakedsushi 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 by SampleSize 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 by soviet sleepover 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 by sherlockt on Feb 22, 2007 - 10 answers