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Kneecap Hit, Severe Pain. Dent Formed, Knee Sore. Should I Get It Checked?
Hi I am 49 yrs old about 180 lbs I am in construction and run a big machine while climbing down I somehow really hit my kneecap on the lower step and the pain was awful immediately,could not even move but seemed better as time went on. when I got home from work last night notices a dent in my knee cap.knee is sore but not to say painful.should I have it checked out or what can you tell me Thank You
Tue, 6 Aug 2013
Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.
Based on the description of symptoms , I suspect a fracture of the patella ( a dent in knee cap could be a fracture).
An xray is mandatory to diagnose the bony injury to the patella.
In the meantime, follow the below mentioned general guidelines -
* Rest to the injured part and don’t involve in activities which puts additional strain on the injured tissues.
* Ice packing should be applied for about 20 minutes once in every 2 hours.
* Use elastic compression bandage around the swollen area
* Elevation of the limb
* Analgesic & anti inflammatory medications
Consult an orthopedic surgeon for a detailed evaluation and management.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
Based on the description of symptoms , I suspect a fracture of the patella ( a dent in knee cap could be a fracture).
An xray is mandatory to diagnose the bony injury to the patella.
In the meantime, follow the below mentioned general guidelines -
* Rest to the injured part and don’t involve in activities which puts additional strain on the injured tissues.
* Ice packing should be applied for about 20 minutes once in every 2 hours.
* Use elastic compression bandage around the swollen area
* Elevation of the limb
* Analgesic & anti inflammatory medications
Consult an orthopedic surgeon for a detailed evaluation and management.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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