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I Got A X-ray Done On My Leg And It
Question: I got a X-ray done on my leg and it came back that there is no broken bones but I still can’t extend my leg.. can a X-ray determine if I have a meniscus tear because it feel like it or would I need an MRI
Brief Answer:
Better do an MRI.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think you should do better an MRI then x-ray to check meniscus tear or other issues of the knee.
A x-ray doesn't give enough information about soft tissues around knee.
You have done a x-ray and the bones are ok.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Better do an MRI.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think you should do better an MRI then x-ray to check meniscus tear or other issues of the knee.
A x-ray doesn't give enough information about soft tissues around knee.
You have done a x-ray and the bones are ok.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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