I've been really sedentary during the last month, sitting at my computer for many, MANY house (even when I should be sleeping). I sit in lots of positions, including with 1 or both legs folded under me... or propped up, lol. The past week or so I've noticed that my left knee (probably the one that's usually twisted?) is cracking every time I kneel down, and when I flex the leg out straight, it's painful. Did I injure it somehow just from sitting for long periods of time?
This is scaring me though, because I've been checked for lupus before (tests came out "borderline," and later "negative"). Could it be related to that? Or am I just getting old? (If it matters, I'm 28 and of normal / slender weight.) Anything I can do to strengthen / calm the knee at this point?
Thanks in advance... I appreciate any help.
2007-02-08 09:01:59 · 3 answers · asked by melon_rose 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
Sorry, typo: that first sentence should read: "many HOURS." =)
2007-02-08 09:02:51 · update #1
you are probably putting too much strain on your cartilage and ligaments by hyper-flexing your knees...coupled with lack of exercise (exercise helps to move synovial fluid around in your joints) also if you hyperextend your knees (propping them up to the point where the knees are locked), that is also very bad for them (and for blood return from your feet, which can lead to varicose veins down the road) i recommend you get out and walk for at least 15 min a day, worst case scenario i have personally had good results adding fish oil/omega 3 and glucosamine chondroiton to my diet...
2007-02-08 09:13:58 · answer #1 · answered by Psy_Chick 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Arthritis?
2007-02-08 17:50:27 · answer #2 · answered by peg42857 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is hard to tell, i would advise you to see your practicioner.
2007-02-08 17:05:47 · answer #3 · answered by mrzwink 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋