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[|Human|] I fell on my shin a few years ago. I don t have problems walking but I can t put any kneeling pressure on my shin. When I kneel it feels tight and like I m kneeling on a balloon filled with sand. Most of the swelling went away but not all. Is this something my general practitioner can look at for me or do I need to see a different type of doctor?
[|AI|]  Hi, I have studied your case, There is possibility of stress hair line fracture to tibia, or there can be muscle strain due to excessive running may need x-ray leg if pain and swelling persist on rest. I can not compare swelling, but if swelling is there, you need to take rest and use splint or compressive crêpe bandage to reduce swelling. Till time take analgesic like dialogic SP. Watch for appearance of redness, infection. Do ice fomentation. If required you may need to do blood investigation for prognosis and recovery. Consult orthopedic doctor. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care