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My mom is 56 and has really bad knee pain. Most doctors are saying she needs a knee replacement, but a few suggested trying viscous supplement injections first. What are the pros and cons of these injections? Also, would her medical insurance cover the cost of the injections? She doesn't have any other health issues.

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My pinky finger got fractured and the doctor recommended surgery. Is surgery really necessary for this kind of injury? I've attached the x-ray could you take a look and let me know what you think? Just worried if there are other options or if surgery is the best way to heal properly.

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My MRI shows bone marrow contusions in both femur and tibia condyles with moderate synovial effusion, a grade 2 ACL tear, horizontal tear in the posterior horn of the medial meniscus, and grade 1 MCL sprain. I've been doing quad and ROM exercises at home for almost 2 months do I really need surgery or can I keep managing this without going under the knife

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I have pain in both knees and am considering zirconium oxoine knee replacement for both legs can you tell me more about this procedure and if it's the right option for me

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