How to know if you broke your knee?

So you’ve taken a spill, and your knee’s in agony. But how do you know for sure if it’s broken? Fear not, dear reader, for I have the balm that will ease those worried brows. In this article, we’ll be taking a lighthearted look at some of the signs that indicate whether or not you’ve done serious damage.

First Things First: What is a Broken Knee?

Before diving into the symptoms of a broken knee, let’s first define what exactly we’re dealing with here. The knee joint is where three bones (the femur, tibia and patella) meet and move together through cartilage-lined surfaces. When one of these bones breaks – that’s when things can start to hurt!

1. Intense Pain

Brace yourself…if your injury meets any listed points below; unfortunately there might be good reason to worry…to begin–pain so intense could lead individuals to even blackout momentarily upon experiencing it! “The worst kind of pain” they say- more excruciating than childbirth even (I’m told). An indicator that ticks all boxes on “meets qualifying standards”, pain definitely tops our list starting off strong.

If an individual experiences unbearable amount pain within seconds after acute trauma around their knee area or were involved in an accident; then chances are pretty high they suffered from fractured bone/ligament injuries.

But wait – don’t panic just yet!

Sometimes the intensity of OUCH comes cause fluids build up due to other issues such as arthritis in order words thoat happens especially if experienced like gradual decline unlike sudden sharp stabbing pains pointing towards main concern right away: did someone break something?

2.Swelling

Okay but hold on- Sometimes swelling follows shortly after which isn’t necessarily indicative by itself (or something more minor, such as a sprain). However apprehension might set in once knee swells up unexpectedly suddenly after an injury- and starts bruising adding possible suspicion that maybe something is broken.

1. Bruising

“Ah! Things are starting to make sense.” – This could be what someone thinks upon setting eyes on their injured knee with visible signs (colored bruises) around or next to affected area. Bruises can hint the severity of the fracture (ie: thicker bruises follow more severe trauma), so rather than worry when one spots purple/blue/yellow marks, let them serve as your evidence supporting possibility breakage:

4.Limited Movement

Have you tried moving your leg/knee? What happened? Were you able to take weight bearing? Or was shooting pain too much for you even if attempted just move or bend it slightly…Can’t straighten leg out fully without discomfort there only frustrating those who’ve been thinking they’re tough enough making excuses why they shouldn’t seeing doctor instead said harder things like walking downstairs slowly!

Doctors typically employ certain tests using physical examinations – example standing on one foot while bending/checking the stability of ligaments/palpating (feeling and pressing down gently) bones against each other, giving better understanding results determining exact issue.

And don’t forget about imaging techniques like X-rays/magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), which detect even slightest deign damage too small for mere human eyes see catch.

5.Deformity/Visible Abnormalities

Last but not least- these abnormalities should never go unnoticed; These types of injuries could be pretty easy identify due visual clashing from healthy healing tissues combined & potential left deformities long term unless proper acute medical treatment given promptly! If swelling were present along unusual lump or some form visible abnormality over kneecap due excess fluids collecting under skin released surrounding joints moved during accident this hints towards further examinations needing ordered.

What To Do When Your Knee Gives Out

Now that you know some red flags signaling something might be wrong, how should you proceed? Relax a bit–just because we’re outlining doesn’t mean sky suddenly falling in (cue knocking on all woods).

If pain’s still increasing after not succumbing to any self-administered RICE (rest, ice, compression & elevation) regime then time’s come consult with doctor urgently- possible referral specialist or physiotherapist get remedial treatment plan started.

When meeting one of these professionals – try provide honest account what happened/what’ve been feeling and remember which symptoms came before. A clear picture should establish revealing next steps helping speedy recovery eventual return long term normal life activities without excessive ost.

In the meantime don’t worry too much; Focus only hearing carefully advice given keep spirits high knowing knees show incredible resiliency recuperative powers regaining full mobility again no matter your initial worries!

Dane Raynor

Hey there, I’m Dane Raynor, and I’m all about sharing fascinating knowledge, news, and hot topics. I’m passionate about learning and have a knack for simplifying complex ideas. Let’s explore together!