Knee buckling occurs due to injury or knee damage. Knee buckling refers to the displacement of one or both knees. Also called instability of the knees or fragile knees. There is severe pain and an elevated risk of falling, which can increase the recovery time.
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Is Surgery The Only Option For Knee Buckling?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 36-year-old male. I have been having a knee-buckling problem for some time. The problem started in the right knee about four years back and since then I have stopped sports. However, at times during some movement or jerk, I get this buckling problem and pain for two to three da... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and the reports attached here (attachment removed to protect patient identity). There is a cruciate ligament injury along with meniscal injury and you also have symptoms related to it. So, surgery is indicated in your case. It will not... Read Full »
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