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I have acute pain on the right side of right leg knee. I am not able to walk as usual.

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Hello doctor,

I have acute pain on the right side of my right knee. I am not able to walk as usual. The local doctor diagnosed it as a ligament tear. He suggested taking rest and wear a knee pad. One month is over, and there is no improvement seen yet. There is also little swelling and pain. I am not able to balance while walking. It pains when I walk. I have attached my X-ray.

Please help.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Palani Kumar Chellamuthu

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Dr. Palani Kumar Chellamuthu is an Orthopedic Surgeon and Traumatologist specializing in the treatment of sports injuries and complex musculoskeletal conditions. He manages injuries affecting bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments with precision and advanced surgical techniques. Committed to restoring mobility and function, Dr. Chellamuthu provides personalized care that focuses on optimal recovery, pain relief, and long-term musculoskeletal health.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

You have not mentioned your age, profession, and how you developed the pain (like after a slip or after a fall or just by itself). When you have a limp that has not settled over one month and you do not have balance when you walk then it is not normal.

You have to be personally examined, and if necessary, an MRI scan of the knee has to be done. You could have a problem in the meniscus (a washer-like structure between the bones) or the ACL, PCL, PLC, etc. (ligaments or cords that connect the two bones). These are best seen only on an MRI. Meanwhile, please continue rest, splinting, and analgesics.

I hope it helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At October 17, 2014
Reviewed At April 29, 2026

Education:

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Professional Bio:

Dr. Palani Kumar Chellamuthu is an Orthopedic Surgeon and Traumatologist specializing in the treatment of sports injuries and complex musculoskeletal conditions. He manages injuries affecting bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments with precision and advanced surgical techniques. Committed to restoring mobility and function, Dr. Chellamuthu provides personalized care that focuses on optimal recovery, pain relief, and long-term musculoskeletal health.

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Professional Bio:

Dr. Palani Kumar Chellamuthu is an Orthopedic Surgeon and Traumatologist specializing in the treatment of sports injuries and complex musculoskeletal conditions. He manages injuries affecting bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments with precision and advanced surgical techniques. Committed to restoring mobility and function, Dr. Chellamuthu provides personalized care that focuses on optimal recovery, pain relief, and long-term musculoskeletal health.

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