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How To Reduce The Swelling Due To Knee Sprain And Bruise After Being Grounded ?
Was diagnosed by doc w/knee sprain & bruise after being tackled to ground over a week ago. Knee looks better/swelling has decreased significantly. Started a little rehabbing w/stretch bands. Still a lump underneath skin on bottom part of knee. Is tgere reason for concern...ligaments or left over blood?
Sat, 11 Jan 2014
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If I was your consulting physician i would suggest:
1. Nothing to worry, sprains take some time (upto 2-3 weeks) to recover,depending on the severity.
2. It may be left over blood unlikely ligaments. However to check for ligaments there are certain clinical tests.
3. Apply non-steroidal anti-inflammatory cream available OTC and put a crepe bandage on it.
4. Also you can soak a pad in warm water and do gentle massage for 10-15 mins for few days.
I hope you find this helpful.
If I was your consulting physician i would suggest:
1. Nothing to worry, sprains take some time (upto 2-3 weeks) to recover,depending on the severity.
2. It may be left over blood unlikely ligaments. However to check for ligaments there are certain clinical tests.
3. Apply non-steroidal anti-inflammatory cream available OTC and put a crepe bandage on it.
4. Also you can soak a pad in warm water and do gentle massage for 10-15 mins for few days.
I hope you find this helpful.
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