Knees causing intense pain and instability

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Alan Burnside is an avid golf and tennis player. While playing tennis recently, he suffered an injury to his knees causing intense pain and instability. He goes to his physician who sends him for MRI and a stress test of the joints. The physician advised him to perform a combination of "rest, ice, compression and elevation" on his knees. He has a history of suffering from painful hand and fingers due to his work on computer. He has been taking NSAID for this. He also has golfer's elbow. He was sent for ROM measurements and strength test for his golfer's elbow. He is advised to get treatment from a physical therapist. Instructions: 1. Match layman's term with medical terms and abbreviations.

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