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What Could Numbness In Knees Following An Injury Indicate?

I fell onto my right knee approx 4 months ago, a lot of swelling and bruising. Immediate burning sensation when I fell. The swelling and bruising has resolved, yet the knee cap remains numb. I m not having any difficulty walking , the knee does not give out. The numbness has me concerned.
Mon, 29 Jun 2015
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Hello
I have read your query.
There is possibility of meniscus or ligament injury.
I will advise you MRI and EMG NCV study.
Medication like methylcobalamine and neurotropic medication like pregabalin can be started consulting your doctor.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
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What Could Numbness In Knees Following An Injury Indicate?

Hello I have read your query. There is possibility of meniscus or ligament injury. I will advise you MRI and EMG NCV study. Medication like methylcobalamine and neurotropic medication like pregabalin can be started consulting your doctor. I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.