Dr Kanniraj Marimuthu Apollo Hospitals - Best Ortho Surgeon in Chennai
3 years ago
Knee pain
SELF-TREATMENT
Losing weight may help relieve long-term knee pain.
For new pain, resting, applying ice several times a day, keeping the injured area elevated and wrapping the area with an elastic bandage may help.
Avoiding squatting and climbing stairs may also help.
SEEKING MEDICAL CARE
See a doctor immediately if you:
Heard a popping sound when your knee was injured
Notice your knee looks deformed
Feel severe pain
Have sudden swelling
Can't use your knee
Make an appointment to see a doctor if you:
Also have redness, swelling, warmth or significant pain
Develop a fever
Feel constant pain
Notice your pain getting worse
SELF-TREATMENT
Losing weight may help relieve long-term knee pain.
For new pain, resting, applying ice several times a day, keeping the injured area elevated and wrapping the area with an elastic bandage may help.
Avoiding squatting and climbing stairs may also help.
SEEKING MEDICAL CARE
See a doctor immediately if you:
Heard a popping sound when your knee was injured
Notice your knee looks deformed
Feel severe pain
Have sudden swelling
Can't use your knee
Make an appointment to see a doctor if you:
Also have redness, swelling, warmth or significant pain
Develop a fever
Feel constant pain
Notice your pain getting worse
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