... I've been struggling with hip pain since age 14, and I'm 35 now. I've had 3 hip arthroscopies, which can be a good intermediate measure to preserve the joint. ... (24 replies)

... too, have never heard of a meniscal strain. Don't think there is such a thing, but I am seeing both my physical therapist and Ortho surgeon later this week so I can ask both if there is such a thing. ... (13 replies)

... rays would show something not good. ... (4 replies)

... t that show the true state of my weight bearing joint? ... (2 replies)

... Beyond that I can walk without assistance, just taking it slow and concentrating on correcting my gait. ... (12 replies)

... ray, and your knees need to be slightly bent. You can displace your patella pretty easily. The first time I displaced mine, the only thing I did was stand up from a kneeling position. ... (115 replies)

... rays done to determine if there's any bone or cartilge damage. An MRI can generally tell if there's problems with ligaments, tendons and muscles and can also show cartilage rips or tears. ... (9 replies)