The doctor said, she might have a torn tiny vein and may need a knee operation. Months ago, my wife slipped and fall down. Do you think this caused the pain she is suffering now?
2006-12-04 14:04:02 · 11 answers · asked by milo 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Definitely, A MRI is a non-evasive procedure. It could detect something serious. I had a MRI and had a minor surgical procedure called Osteoporosis surgery. I was out the same day and with a little physical therapy I was on my way. Preventive medicine is better than having something very serious in the future. Think of it like a car, regular oil changes are better than having something gone wrong in the future. Have the MRI you'd be glad you did. Good luck.
2006-12-04 14:11:35 · answer #1 · answered by Jo-Ann C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a physician, I would suggest that he hasn't explained the cause very well. The only way a small vein would cause pain is for it to bleed into the joint capsule or form a hematoma and put pressure on nerves. I suggest he might be referring to a torn ligament and this might require surgery for relief. An MRI is a diagnostic tool to help us identify problem. I would suggest a second opinion from an orthopaedic surgeon before doing anything. A rupture of a small vein is not serious and may be a little troublesome for awhile, collateral circulation will take up the function of the vein. Physicians often generalize problems with the idea that the patients don't understand specific terms...So either make certain he is giving you a concise explanation or go for another opinion.
2006-12-04 14:36:12 · answer #2 · answered by Frank 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use to work for a Chiropractor and use to see a lot of sports injury things....also a lot of slip and falls on ice especially in the winter.
I would recommend that she try the Chiropractic because your spine is your life line. This is going to sound weird...but I have seen it fix just about everything from headaches of all kinds right down to constipation and PMS.
If your concern about cost (because I don't know where you are from) it's generally not that expensive...and I would definitely assume cheaper than an MRI.
This is where it gets tricky, your spine has massive amounts of nerves in it...it's possible that during the slip she misaligned something and require a chiropractic adjustment. Now this might not be something that will feel better after the first adjustment and upon examination for subluxation the doctor may suggest several adjustments and to be put on a "Wellness Program"...and also make sure that you ask the front desk of the Chiropractic you choose if they do full spine X-rays....very important because it's good to know what your working with. Check out Chiropractic websites and do some calling around, I think you'll find that most of them agree with me.
On a related note, my dad was suffering from knee pain...had the MRI and they told that he had a pinched nerve in his back. He had to do cortizone shot therapy or opt for back surgury...so far he's chosen the shots but I am still trying to get the man to give the Chiropractic a shot.
2006-12-04 14:17:03 · answer #3 · answered by infinitigirl2005 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
More than likely she tore a ligament which not a vein but a supporting structure in her knee. The vein being torn would leak blood and cause severe pain, but that would eventually heal itself. A ligamentous tear is painful and the pain persist until the ligament is restored to full integrity.
X-rays are just picture of the bones. They can not show ligaments or fibrous strucutures. MRI's show much more detail and show the fibrous structures.
MRI's are safe and the technicians carefully screen you before administering the test. However, preauthorisation maybe required by your insurance prior to scheduling the test.
Good question and good luck in your efforts to put your wife back on the road to better health.
2006-12-04 14:12:57 · answer #4 · answered by nurse curtis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She will be all right getting an MRI and the doctor will better learn how to treat her pain. I have had two MRI's and I didn't think I would have a problem with the closeness but I opened my eyes (just couldn't resist them temptation after they told me not to :)
and it was a little scary. What really helped me out the second time was having a wash cloth over my eyes. I didn't have any problems at all with that one. It was actually quite relaxing. Tell your wife good luck and that I wish her a speedy blessed recovery! :)
2006-12-04 14:15:31 · answer #5 · answered by ♥Stacy 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Knees are not something to joke with. Since there are so many elements involved in a healthy knee I completely suggest that you get the MRI. Call your insurance company and make sure it is authorized before you go. I hope it turns out to be nothing! :-)
2006-12-04 14:07:49 · answer #6 · answered by dancing_in_the_hail 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Possible. An MRI will make the diagnosis more accurate.
They hold off as long as possible on doing an MRI because of the cost. An MRI cost can exceed $1,000.00 or more.
Best of Luck to you both
2006-12-04 14:15:16 · answer #7 · answered by Mav 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely go for the MRI. It is perfectly safe and MAY tell you the cause of the problem. If it comes up negative, at least it will rule out any underlying problems. If she doesn't go for it, she will never know!
2006-12-04 14:08:48 · answer #8 · answered by Cluffer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES
could be a cartilage damage inside the knee
MRI is the best tool to find out
do it & get a piece of mind.
2006-12-04 15:24:47 · answer #9 · answered by drinda_house 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MRI's are harmless, go for it.
2006-12-04 14:06:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋