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Avulsion Fracture At Patella. Knee Brace Tightly Tied As Advised By The Doctor. When Will The Swelling Subside?
Hello. i was down with avulsion fracture at patella 45 days back. I was advised complete rest for 4 weeks which i did take with a knee brace tightly tied as advised by the doctor. Now I am fine and able to walk , rather a little limp , also but the part above knee is swollen. it does not pain but my concern is that when will it subside. I do some leg bending exercises too.
Mon, 25 Nov 2013
Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum.
You had good treatment, and rest, i advise you some more hints to have a comfortable recovery.
For lower limbs, actual immobilization is for 8 weeks. So for 2 or 3 weeks more have a controlled movements.Avoid strenuous exercises.
Keep the knee high while sleeping. Tie the brace, upto beyond the swelling of the knee, if still continues, visit your doctor once.
Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
You had good treatment, and rest, i advise you some more hints to have a comfortable recovery.
For lower limbs, actual immobilization is for 8 weeks. So for 2 or 3 weeks more have a controlled movements.Avoid strenuous exercises.
Keep the knee high while sleeping. Tie the brace, upto beyond the swelling of the knee, if still continues, visit your doctor once.
Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
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