When I bend my knees they crack. People can hear it. It sounds gross. I have try glucosamine, but I noticed my knuckles started to look bruised. So I got concerned it was acting as a blood thinner.
Do you think I should see a sports physiologist? They don't hurt. Btw I work out a lot.
2007-02-22 21:20:16 · 2 answers · asked by wcarolinew 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
It could be cartilage damage from a number of sources. It could also be a form of arthritis (please note this usually has associated pain) . I think it would be a good idea to go to a doctor and get an xray to check for this. It'd be cheaper in the long run than paying for physio treatment when you should be doing something else.
Another two knee problems, commen in young women are (in non science language) a condition called chondromalacia patellae where the cartilage softens and another I've forgotten the name of where due to misalignment... the femur rubs on the bone. Either way this website has good , easyread info... just use the links on the left.
http://www.pacewithlife.com/z/ctl/op/global/action/1/id/388/template/PC/navid/150
I'd say go to a doctor before a physio and discuss ALL the possibilities. If it's not causing you any pain, it's likely to be minor, but it's better to be safe than sorry.
Hope this helps....
2007-02-22 21:34:51 · answer #1 · answered by Pretty Petals 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like the cartlige in your knee is acting up. I would get it checked out.
2007-02-23 05:23:27 · answer #2 · answered by Stefbear 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋