Hi i have a question..
i twisted my knee approx 8 months ago, it was mildly painful (not enough for constant painkillers).and was not able to kneel down properly as it felt like a resistance was there, (like bending a plastic ruler in your hand) anyway.. doc gave me painkillers and in jan 07 sent me for an xray on my knee as it wasnt healing. it was still twisted in feb 07 when i jarred it again and this time i got full motion back. when the xray came back there was nothing abnormal except for the fact that the doc found osteophites on my knee and i have mild oa of the knee...my question is.. did the jarred knee cause the osteophites or have they been there a few years and the twist was due to a weakened knee?? i dont know how long osteophites take to form and would appreciate some help..i am 35 and not sure if i should have oa just yet or am i nieve on the subject...


regards alan