I'm only 21 but my knee crackles when I bend it, it only hurts if I twist it or I'm going using stairs. My bio professor says it's probably "crepitus." Does anyone know the best therapy for it?
2006-09-20 07:18:34 · 2 answers · asked by kosmickittykyo 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
Crepitus is the sound of tissues or bones rubbing together. It is most commonly cited as an obvious sign of a fracture - but can also occur in arthritic or previously injured joints.
Your best bet would be to see your physician, who may recommend physical therapy - or possible referral to an orthopedist.
2006-09-20 07:29:51 · answer #1 · answered by oscarschic 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Arthroscopy, when the time comes. Mine did that for years, and FINALLY, they x-rayed my right knee and saw the degenerative arthritis there. The cartilage was practically non-existent by then. Doing much better since the scope and with occasional Synvisc injections, I can exercise again. I feel and probably look better now at 48 then I have in a very long time!
2006-09-20 17:27:33 · answer #2 · answered by Evil Wordmonger, LTD LOL 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋