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woke up with knee pain?!

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Tanyz1
Tanyz1

Hi all,

So this morning I woke up with knee pain which I thought odd as I haven't been doing any strenuous activity and what not. This knee pain is felt only on my left knee and only when I flex it or when I lift my leg.

I'm so confused as to what this could be, anyone have any ideas?

Much appreciated smile

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  • cheryl90571
    cheryl90571 Tanyz1

    Posted

    Could be any number of things. Arthritis setting in, sleeping in a funny position that put pressure on a nerve, some inflammation that will bring pain just because of internal swelling...and probably many other things!

    X-RAYS are helpful to see if there are issues going on with the bones. Some people get CT scans or an MRI.

    Your Primary Care Doctor is the place to start if you feel this is bothersome enough to deal with immediately.

    You might try icing top and bottom, resting, and taking some anti-inflammatory such as Ibuprofen while you are waiting for an appointment to see your doctor. I wouldn't irritate it by doing a lot of walking in case there is an issue that needs to be addressed.

    Take care! Get some answers. It will ease your concern and head you in the right direction for feeling much better!

  • dorothy41374
    dorothy41374 Tanyz1

    Posted

    Hi i am 13 weeks after op i had a full knee replacement in july and i still have problems when i lift my leg it really hurts off the metal part off the knee and when i stand i feel as if i can feel ot moving and still feels tight and i also still have pain at times i do hope it settles down for u if u not happy phone for an appointment and see whats going on xx
  • cindy33989
    cindy33989 Tanyz1

    Posted

    Hi! Did you ever figure out what was going on with your knee? My husband is experiencing the exact same thing. Thank you for your help. 😊

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