Almost all diseases and injuries of the knee joint are accompanied by the development of swelling and inflammation of the soft tissues. If your knee is swollen and it hurts, there can be many reasons.
As you can see, there are many reasons for the appearance of swelling and pain in the knee, and it is impossible to independently determine why they arose in your particular case. To do this, you should seek medical help.
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After examining the sore knee, the doctor may prescribe an X-ray, computed tomography (CT) scan, or MRI. If infection is possible, a blood test will be required. In some cases, to clarify the diagnosis, a joint puncture is performed: through a small puncture, a sample of blood or intra-articular fluid is taken for analysis.
Treatment will depend entirely on the diagnosis.
If you feel severe discomfort and intense pain in your knee, you can try to relieve these symptoms before seeing a doctor. Here are quick home treatment methods:
If you managed to relieve the pain for a while, this is not a reason to postpone your visit to the doctor. Don’t wait for complications, try to solve the problem right away!
Each of us can get a knee injury or get arthritis, but there are categories of people who are always at risk:
If you know that you are at risk, try not to put excessive stress on your knees without good reason. Overweight people should think about adjusting their lifestyle and diet, because excess weight affects not only the joints, but also the heart, blood vessels and other internal organs. And don’t take your health lightly— pain and swelling in your knee should be a reason to see a doctor as soon as possible.
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Good evening! I was at training and fell on my knee. There was a slight sharp pain, but then I didn’t feel it. When I came home, my knee was swollen the size of a potato, there was no bruise, just a big bump. It only hurts when I press, there is discomfort. Tell me what to do? When I walk, it doesn’t seem to hurt, just a big lump and discomfort from the fact that it’s swollen. Please tell me.
Hello Christina. A bruise is a soft tissue injury. Often these are the only ones affected, which is why a lump occurs. In most clinical cases, a mild or moderately complex knee injury is diagnosed, in which patients quickly recover and, with the right treatment tactics, very quickly forget about it. Another thing is a severe and complicated bruise of the knee joint. This type of injury entails a lot of consequences of a knee injury. After such damage, a lump on the knee after a bruise does not go away for a long time, which is a direct confirmation of the development of complications, including: tear of intra-articular ligaments, hemorrhage into the joint cavity, etc.
Treatment of a knee bruise (including bumps) at home is possible only after a final diagnosis from a specialist who confirms the feasibility of such therapy. In difficult cases, patients are advised to undergo hospitalization followed by a detailed diagnosis of the injury, which will allow them to assess what harm the knee bruise has caused to their health and how best to treat it.
An urgent consultation with a traumatologist is indicated.
Good afternoon, I recently fell, I have grade 2 arthrosis of the knee, the area around the knee is swollen, it hurts, I can’t straighten my knee, I just keep it straight, I’ve been walking and limping for 3 days
Hello Ulviya. You could damage the menisci, in any case, you need to fix the knee with an elastic bandage (not too tightly) and apply anti-inflammatory ointments, for example, you can alternate Diclofenac and Bystrum-gel. It is advisable to take an x-ray by contacting a traumatologist.
Hello, I had the same situation. At night I got out of bed because my knee was not comfortable, but because of the darkness I didn’t see anything and went to bed. In the morning I saw how my right knee was slightly swollen and it was difficult to bend my leg. I didn’t do anything before, I don’t remember. What happened and what is this??
Hello, Maxim. The causes of swelling can be varied, from ordinary trauma to an inflammatory process. The most common factors in the development of the disease are tendon inflammation (tendinitis), bursitis (inflammation of the joint capsule), and recent bruise. The cause may also be long walking or heavy lifting. Often this swelling does not occur immediately, but over time. Try applying anti-inflammatory ointments, any kind, there are many of them in the pharmacy. But if there is severe, persistent pain and swelling does not subside, you need an x-ray and an examination by an orthopedist. In some cases, fresh cabbage also helps. You need to apply the sheet to your knee and fix it lightly, give your leg rest, hold it there all day, and then apply it again at night. And so on until the swelling goes away.
Hello, I have the same problem, I drive a motorbike, and in the winter I was once again doing work in the cold, apparently I caught a cold in my knee, now my left knee is swollen and pain when walking has been happening for 3 months, I’m afraid to go to the doctors
Hello Eldar. There is no need to be afraid of examination; you should at least go to an orthopedist for an examination, get blood tests and x-rays. If you delay, you will get complications. It could be arthritis.
Hello! I broke my left leg on January 3, 2018, they put a cast on it. At first it was a non-displaced fracture, but then it turned out that it was displaced. On February 22, an operation was performed: the screw and knitting needles were broken again. Doctors said that until the end of April you should not step on your sore leg until the cast is removed. The healthy leg began to swell, and pain periodically occurs in the pelvic and knee areas. In this regard, I have a question: what could it be and will it go away after the cast is removed, when I begin to walk normally? Thank you in advance for your response.
Nurgul, at the moment the entire load is on the healthy leg, hence the complications. Try anointing with ointments, for example, Voltaren or Diklak-gel. Apply to both the lower back and the sore, swollen knee. If the swelling is severe, you need to be examined by an orthopedist.
They performed an operation on my right knee, cut out a lump on the side and, according to the traumatologist, they hit the joint and now it is swollen, a month has passed, the swelling does not go away and does not hurt, what do you say about this?!
Alena, this is a question you should ask those who carelessly cut out your bump. The consequences may vary, but should go away after rehabilitation therapy.
Good evening! My knee is swollen both in front and behind, and it’s difficult to bend, what could be causing it? And how can you treat it at home?
Enter your name. First of all, you should go to a specialist for an examination and get an x-ray, since there are many reasons for a swollen joint. To reduce swelling, you can apply a fresh cabbage leaf at night and during the day and keep it for at least 6 hours. There is another way.
Combine dandelion flowers with lilac and chestnut inflorescences in equal proportions. Grind the ingredients and mix, and then place in a glass container. Pour the mixture with medical alcohol and leave to infuse in a cool, dark room for 15 days. After time has passed, filter the composition. Soak a linen or gauze napkin in the product and apply it to the swollen, sore knee. Cover the top with compression paper and cotton cloth. Secure the compress with a bandage and go to bed with it. Carry out the procedure every day until the swelling subsides and the inflammation goes away.
Combine natural liquid honey with half a glass of mumiyo (five grams). Mix the composition thoroughly. Treat the sore knee with the resulting product every day before going to bed.
Got injured while playing football. The knee was very swollen, I went to the doctor, and he said it was necessary to remove the fluid from the knee. Buy a syringe 20 and we’ll do it. Is it possible to do without this or does the doctor think a little differently?
Arthur, if the doctor said that you need to do a puncture, it means there is effusion in the joint. Without its removal, inflammation, swelling, and pain will not go away. Everything is correct, don’t be afraid, listen to the doctor and don’t waste time.
The main method of removing accumulated fluid is mechanical pumping of the effusion. Anesthesia is not used to perform this manipulation. First, a syringe is inserted into a certain area of the kneecap, then the liquid is pumped out. Next, the contents of the syringe are examined to prescribe further treatment. The cloudy fluid may be mixed with blood and pus.
Antibacterial and painkillers can be injected into the joint cavity with a syringe, if necessary.
Good afternoon I was injured 6 months ago. The doctor's diagnosis was that the left knee joint was sutured. Immediately an MRI x-ray was done and nothing was revealed. But after the injury, about 2-3 months later, my legs began to bother me. The knee joint is swollen, aching pain, increased temperature in the area of the damaged joint, heaviness when walking. I went to a traumatologist and was diagnosed with synovitis, an accumulation of fluid; treatment was prescribed, but unfortunately nothing helped. What treatment can be taken in such a case. Where to contact. And how long does it take to treat this disease? What kind of sports can you do? Is it possible to get massages?
Thanks in advance for your answer.
Hello, Kundyz. If the orthopedist or traumatologist has not identified the disease, contact a rheumatologist; it may be a rheumatoid disease. If there is inflammation, swelling and redness, you cannot engage in any kind of sport yet, otherwise there will be serious complications.
After clarifying the diagnosis, the doctor will tell you whether massage is possible or not. You can't do anything yourself yet.
Good day. For two years after a minor injury to the knee, the knee swells, redness and pain appear, this continues for several days, then everything goes away. Tell me what can be done.
Good day, Alexander. It is impossible to suggest anything definite without knowing the diagnosis. The knee can become swollen and painful from time to time due to a variety of reasons. In any case, if this happens, an x-ray should be performed. An orthopedist or traumatologist can prescribe it.
It is possible that you periodically overload the knee joint, then you need to apply anti-inflammatory ointments, for example, Voltaren or Nise.
Hello! A month ago I fell on my right knee. At first it was just a bruise and then it went away. Now my knee hurts a lot, as if it just got hit. The knee is swollen and you can’t touch it, it’s very painful. I do not know what to do?
Hello, Oksana. Possible damage to the menisci. You need to see a traumatologist and get an x-ray.
Good morning. When I went to bed everything was as usual. No signs of trouble. In the morning I woke up with terrible pain around my right knee. It is at the top of the cup that it hurts. Hellish pain. Didn't hit, didn't fall. I don’t know what to do. I think I can walk, but it’s very painful. I don't understand what this is.
Hello Aida. You may have overloaded the joint before this, which is why it hurts so much in the morning. And if the pain is unbearable and anti-inflammatory ointments (Diclofenac, Voltaren, Dolgit) do not help, you need to immediately take an x-ray. Contact an orthopedist or traumatologist.
Hello! Please tell me, I hurt my knees at the gym when I was forging my leg with a barbell. Now my knees are swollen on top, every time I train my leg it swells, and when I don’t train, there are still swollen bags on top of my knees, what should I do? Tell me? Can these legs be fixed?
Hello Aziz. You could damage ligaments or menisci; in any case, training through pain is contraindicated. Now your feet need to be given rest for a month, smeared with various ointments, which are best alternated. For example, Diclofenac and Artra, or Ibuprofen and Bystrum-gel. You can ask your orthopedist for an appointment for physical therapy. Laser therapy, magnets, electrophoresis with anti-inflammatory drugs, applications with bischofite, etc. help relieve swelling and inflammation.
Hello. I have a sharp pain in my knee, I can walk, I can bend my knee, I can straighten it all the way, it’s very painful, it feels like it’s pinched inside the knee. No redness, no swelling
Natasha, pain in the knee during extension can appear due to age-related changes; they are characterized by a decrease in the amount of joint fluid, as well as a worn out articular surface. And also with the development of any diseases. Similar symptoms occur with dozens of different diseases: the development of arthritis, arthrosis, gout, etc. Try applying anti-inflammatory ointment 2 - 3 times a day, for example, Voltaren and Ibuprofen. If it does not get better within a week, you need a clinical examination by an orthopedic surgeon and an x-ray.
Hello. I have had this problem since my school years. Sometimes, maybe once a year, my right knee seems to pop out and snap right back into place. Everything happens instantly and unexpectedly. That is, somewhere my leg turns slightly wrong, I fall sharply, and at the same time I experience terrible pain in my knee, which gradually disappears. After a couple of minutes everything goes away and I can walk as always. Normally there are no other problems with this knee. Now, as I get older, I worry more and more, because these falls can cause serious harm. Please tell me what this could be and how to deal with it? When I was a child, I broke my knee when I fell off my bike. Could this be the reason?
Elena, the cause may be unstable knee ligaments. In this case, especially when there is ice, you need to wrap your knee with an elastic bandage or wear a special bandage. The bandage will protect the knee from dislocations. This factor can only be treated surgically.
Please tell me what exactly I encountered. It is not possible to see a doctor in the near future. My knees are absolutely healthy. Yesterday, after a sprint, discomfort appeared above the kneecap, and when I try to squat (I cannot perform this movement now), I experience acute pain in the area of the quadriceps tendon. There is also slight swelling above one knee without redness. Walking is carried out without pain, there is slight discomfort due to swelling. There was no warm-up before the run. I would be grateful if you could help resolve this situation.
Hello Andrei. Your symptoms sound like a tear or severe strain in your quadriceps tendon. Quadriceps tendon ruptures can occur as a result of injury, or they can occur spontaneously without any cause. The rupture usually occurs either at the site of attachment of the tendon to the patella or at the junction of the muscle into the tendon. Ruptures can be complete, which require surgery, and incomplete, which can be treated conservatively. To understand the extent of your rupture, you need an examination and an x-ray. In this case, the leg is immobilized in a straight position for a period of 3–6 weeks (the duration of immobilization is determined by the size of the tear). Immobilization is stopped when it becomes possible to independently and painlessly support the straightened leg. Next, they begin rehabilitation exercises that restore range of motion and muscle strength.
If the rupture is complete, surgery is necessary.
Hello. Such a problem. We went to the store, while I was walking around the hall I felt a burning sensation in my knee and pain, it became difficult to walk. After 15-20 minutes the pain became dull. At home, after comparing my knees, I felt that the knee was not very swollen. At home I squatted many times during the day and squatted for a long time (washing a blanket of soap in the yard). The knee is not hot, but it feels like after a burn.
Lika, such a burning sensation could arise as the body’s response to irritation of nerve receptors after spending a long time on your knees while you were washing the bedspread. Pathological effects on nerve fibers are associated with any changes in the joint, both physiological and morphological. You added physical activity and the changes occurring in the knee joint made themselves felt through the nerve endings. If you have inflammation, the joint will hurt constantly. Primary pathology is often the cause of inflammation and is septic, metabolic, infectious, rheumatoid in nature. To determine the nature of the pathology and prescribe treatment, you need to take an x-ray.
Hello . Such a situation, about 3 months ago, while walking, my knee hurt (on the side on the inside), it was a little unpleasant when walking. A week later I began to notice swelling, the knee was swollen, the pain was such that I could not turn my leg even a millimeter, with some movement it could appear sharp pain, then subsided after a minute. After 1.5 weeks, Voltaren ointment began to swell and the pain subsided (the swelling was not complete), then I consulted a doctor. The result is no one knows why in 2 months they pulled out water 4 times and injected antibiotics, the X-ray was clear, the ultrasound showed only the presence of water. here it is again. I have no strength anymore
Irina, ultrasound is not informative, you are describing symptoms similar to a meniscus tear, you need to do an MRI, this is a 100% informative study. And excess fluid in the knee joint can appear for many reasons: meniscal tears, extensive damage to the connective tissue of the knee joint, infections, as well as aseptic reasons, that is, those that occur with rheumatological and endocrine diseases, metabolic disorders. In this case, changes occur inside the synovial membrane, leading to its loss of elasticity and mobility. This leads to gradual infection and the appearance of purulent inflammation. Thus, during the exacerbation of rheumatological diseases, exudate accumulates, which is produced by the shell of the joint capsule in a large volume due to a specific reaction to the disease. Therefore, you need to consult a rheumatologist and endocrinologist to clarify whether there is a cause from the endocrine system.
Separately, it is worth mentioning unusual allergic reactions that can lead to increased accumulation of synovial fluid. However, this is an extremely rare cause of knee synovitis.
Hello ! At work until the New Year on December 30th at night, my leg in the knee started to hurt a little at first, and by 3 o’clock in the morning it became unbearably painful, I rubbed horsepower with ointment, which they gain in veterinary hospitals, and wrapped the joint with an elastic bandage. But after a while the pain became even stronger, I put snow in a bag, but it didn’t get better, somehow I went home. I didn't go to the hospital. At home I injected Ketonal, with meloxicam and combilipen the swelling has subsided much better, but it hurts to bend the joint with difficulty. I massage my knee and apply chondroitin and cinquefoil balm gel. What else can you recommend? Thank you !
Igor, if this treatment does not help you, then the situation is more serious and you need to get an x-ray. It is impossible to give advice without knowing the diagnosis.
Hello, I have a problem that my knee, after the crunch from climbing the wall, became very swollen and began to hurt on the side and there was swelling (the knee was hot), it hurt for about 2 months, I couldn’t even walk normally, but now there is a crunch and pain during squats, but after physical activity the pain goes away and a crunching sound is evident when sitting (when bending and unbending). It’s just that there is no pain when walking, only when you squat. I read a lot of articles and didn’t understand much that crunching in adolescence is normal (I’m 13). Give advice
Nazar, swelling of the knee and increased local temperature are not normal. These are symptoms of the development of the disease. You need to get tested and have an x-ray done. See an orthopedist or rheumatologist.
Please help me, I have been living in a village for 16 years, there is no doctor in the village, my knee hurts when I walk normally, when I come running it seems to warm up and stop, well, when running, I feel pain during some maneuvers. Knee pain feels like it's inside the lower part of the knee. What is it and how is it treated
Grigory, without examination and research it is impossible to give advice. Go to the city and be sure to visit an orthopedist and get examined. There are many reasons for such pain.
a nail stuck in the area of the knee, namely the left leg, the outer side. there was pain and swelling without redness. It became very painful to bend and straighten the knee. The doctor looked and said that everything would go away in three days and there was no point in coming. They gave me sick leave for three days, but the pain did not go away and the swelling increased.
Nafis, infection and inflammation are possible. Contact your surgeon.
Hello, mom, a month ago, the knee joint was crushed. The pain and swelling does not go away, what can be done, please tell me
Rima, a patient who recently received an endoprosthesis, needs special care and assistance. It is important to help him restore his motor functions at home as soon as possible. To do this, they perform therapeutic exercises daily and adhere to a number of rules to avoid complications. All further treatment is prescribed by the surgeon. This cannot be done without inspection via the Internet. Let him consult a surgeon.
Hello. Thank you very much for your answer. My husband had the veins on this leg removed a year ago. No temperature. But the whole leg is a little swollen and there is a little redness. The knee is swollen and red, but it seems to be almost as red as it was before. Today I finished giving injections of Movalis (5 pcs.), followed by diclofenac (10 pcs.), because the nerve was pinched, it was impossible to sit or lie down, so I was treated, and at first a red streak appeared on my knees, and then it got worse swollen and red knee. (maybe from a cold or infection: I cut grapes and leaned my knee up to the cold stairs, kneeled on the cold ground?) The knee feels a little warm to the touch. Can you tell me something? Thank you.
Lyuba, if the joint is cold, you need ointments with a warming effect; there is a large selection of them in the pharmacy. If there is an infection, it is a serious matter. In such cases, you need to take a general and biochemical blood test. If infection is confirmed, antibacterial drugs are prescribed. It is impossible to prescribe treatment via the Internet without examination, especially if the etiology is unclear. Try treating it with fresh cabbage leaves and honey. Apply every day for the whole day, then change the sheet and leave it overnight. Cabbage “pulls out” inflammation; treat for about 3 weeks. You can also try a compress with Dimexide; read the instructions for how to use it.
my husband had a spot on his knees, and now his knee is red and swollen, but there doesn’t seem to be any pain. swelling of the leg appeared and seemed to turn a little red. A year ago there was an operation that this could be. Thank you.
Lyuba, what was the operation like? Why did the spot appear? Is it hot to the touch or not? And there are still a lot of questions that have no answer for me. In any case, for some reason your husband is experiencing inflammation and the swelling is not something to joke about, you need to see a surgeon urgently.
The knee is the largest joint in the human body. Thanks to his mobility, a person has the ability to move normally. The appearance of any discomfort in this area disrupts normal functioning. Therefore, if the knee is swollen and hurts when bending, treatment should be started immediately. But first you need to identify the cause of these unpleasant sensations.
Why is my knee swollen and painful? There are many reasons for such discomfort. The most common prerequisites may be:
From the possible reasons, it is clear that it is very difficult to independently determine the exact occurrence of swelling and pain in the knee. Therefore, if these symptoms appear, you need to consult a specialist. He will accurately determine the factor contributing to the discomfort and prescribe effective treatment in each individual case.
Which doctor should I contact for help? First, you should undergo an examination by a surgeon. If necessary, he will refer you to a traumatologist for consultation.
Some people, due to their lifestyle, are susceptible to injuries or other impacts on their knees. They should treat this joint more carefully and carefully. The risk group includes:
Those at risk should take better care of their joints. Excessive loads and carrying heavy objects over 15 kg should be avoided.
How to treat a sore knee? After establishing the diagnosis, and, accordingly, the cause of the ailment, it is necessary to begin treatment immediately. There are several ways to treat a swollen knee: medications, surgery and physical therapy.
This therapy helps stop the destruction of cartilage and tissue in the knee. Medications can be used to treat injuries and arthritis. Includes taking the following medications:
Important to remember! Only a specialist can choose the most suitable medicine for knee pain and swelling!
This method of influencing the joint is suitable for severe bruises or arthritis. It is used for ruptured ligaments, tendons and other serious injuries. Endoprosthetics is used to restore damaged or deformed cartilage. Its essence is to remove damaged cartilage and then replace it with a prosthesis. In some cases, total knee replacement occurs. Thanks to modern technologies, this operation is successful. After rehabilitation, the patient feels well, pain no longer bothers him.
Such procedures have a beneficial effect not only on the sore knee, but also on the entire body as a whole. The most used methods of physiotherapy:
Important to remember! During the course of procedures, you should regularly visit the doctor to assess the dynamics of recovery!
Alternative medicine offers treatment for sore knees based on natural ingredients. There are many recipes that will help relieve swelling and pain.
To prepare the medicine, you will need 0.5 liters of a jar, which should be half filled with fresh dandelion flowers, the remaining half should be filled with medical alcohol or vodka. Leave in a cool, dark place for a month. After time, strain the infusion and apply as a rub on the sore knee.
You should take a horseradish leaf, add boiling water and apply it to the affected area. Place a piece of polyethylene on top and secure tightly with woolen cloth. Keep for no more than 5 minutes to avoid burns.
Using a juicer or meat grinder, extract the juice from the cabbage leaves. Soak a piece of cloth with this juice. Use as a compress on the affected knee, keep warm. The procedure should take about 1 hour.
Does burdock help with knee pain? Yes, this is an effective remedy for relieving swelling and pain. You will need several pieces of plant leaves, rinse well. Lightly beat the leaves folded together with a kitchen hammer until the juice appears. Then place the entire stack on the sore spot, put polyethylene on top and wrap it with woolen cloth. Hold it until the pain subsides.
Such folk remedies can be used as first aid before seeing a doctor, as well as as an auxiliary therapy in the treatment of a sore knee. People prone to knee injuries can use such recipes for preventive purposes.
Injuries and diseases of the knee joint are usually accompanied by the occurrence of an inflammatory process in the soft tissues and the development of swelling.
There can be many reasons why your knee is swollen and painful. However, no matter what the causes of discomfort in the knee joint, the main question arises - what to do? Swollen knees are a serious reason to think about your own health.
In fact, a tumor in the knee area is a symptom of a pathology of the musculoskeletal system. Most often, it is caused by: injuries, gout, bursitis, osteoporosis and other diseases.
The knee joint is covered on all sides by an articular capsule, which has an outer and inner membrane.
On the outer membranes of the joint capsule there are bags of mucus. The human body is designed in such a way that all the moving parts of the skeleton constantly rub against each other. And these bags of mucus actually help reduce friction and facilitate movement. We can say that the mucous sac is a kind of shock absorber with liquid, located between surfaces rubbing against each other. Thanks to the bags, the friction process is painless and without damage.
Knees can swell in different ways. Sometimes the tumor is almost invisible, and in some cases it reaches enormous sizes, rising 7–8 cm above the level of the knee.
Most often, the knee swells and hurts due to the following reasons:
If you have injured your knee or it suddenly begins to hurt and swell, you can try to help yourself with some types of first aid:
Athletes and people leading an active lifestyle often experience knee bruises. The sensations that arise in the damaged joint are unpleasant, and you often have to be out of your training schedule. Which is especially unpleasant. However, one of the most important rules for knee injuries is to keep moving. Even in cases where the knee area has been subject to surgery, it is necessary to engage in active rehabilitation of the diseased joint.
Recovery after an illness begins with the most minimal stress and simple and short-term physical exercises. After all, the initial task is to try to return the injured muscles back to “function” as quickly as possible. By forcing your muscles to work, you can regain joint mobility and the ability to fully move.
When examining a problematic knee joint, the doctor may consider it necessary to prescribe an MRI or CT scan (computed tomography), as well as an x-ray. If a specialist suspects an infection, you will have to have your blood tested. In some cases, it is possible to take a puncture of the joint. Naturally, treatment depends entirely on the diagnosis established by the doctor.
Of course, no one can protect themselves from the possibility of getting a knee injury. However, there is a category of people who, for one reason or another, are at risk:
If at least one of the above risk factors applies to you, try to make it a rule to never overload your knees.
Those who are overweight should think about adjusting their diet and lifestyle.
If a sudden household or sports injury to the knee joint area occurs, and swelling is added to the pain, you should take a painkiller, for example: Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Paracetamol. Try to use a cane while walking.
This way you can avoid deterioration of the joint. Do not neglect your well-being under any circumstances and try to visit a specialist as soon as possible. Until then, apply a fixing bandage to the sore joint and provide it with maximum rest.
Only after an accurate diagnosis has been established can complex treatments, exercises and gymnastics begin.
Traditional medicine knows about everything and will support everyone who turns to it for help in everything. Thus, the treatment of various diseases of the knee joint does not shy away from folk remedies and “grandmother’s” recipes.
To relieve swelling and pain, warm baths made from cinquefoil grass, eucalyptus, mint, and fir are recommended;
If the attending physician does not prohibit it, then it is useful to knead the knee in a circular motion using creams such as “Troxevasin”, “Sofya”, etc.;
It is necessary to take horse chestnut flowers, plantain leaves, and white cabbage in equal quantities. All this is ground to a homogeneous mass and applied to the sore knee as a compress (under a film) for 4-6 hours.
The internal state of the patient is very important. Of course, knee pain and limitations in movement can make anyone angry, but constant irritation can become a significant barrier to recovery. Therefore, try to be as positive as possible. Relaxation and auto-training are considered beneficial for the patient. Unpleasant communication and stressful situations should be avoided.
Physical exercise is necessary so that the diseased joint can regain its former mobility. However, before starting the exercises, you must obtain permission from your doctor. So, if there are no contraindications, you should start doing daily stretching of the sore leg, gradually increasing the load on it.
Lying on your back, on the floor, try to stretch your sore leg forward, pointing your toes out, count to 5. Then, relax and let your leg rest.
Lying on your back, on a hard surface, raise the leg with the sore joint above the floor level by 15 cm, try to make a “semicircle” movement with your foot in one direction and the other. If this comes easily to you, you can do several of these movements; if not, then, for starters, one or two are enough.
Sitting on a chair, lean your back against the back of a piece of furniture and use your hands to spread your knees to the side, then bring them together. This needs to be done slowly.
The basic principles and rules for the prevention of knee diseases, as mentioned above, are the wise distribution of physical and sports activity. It is very important to monitor your own weight.
Try to avoid such popular but very harmful modern foods as chips, mayonnaise, sweet carbonated drinks, and energy drinks. Eliminate animal fats, sweet pastries, salty and very spicy foods from your diet as much as possible. Try to eat dairy products, poultry, sea fish, various seafood, vegetables, herbs and fruits every day.
Pay attention to the shoes you wear. As a rule, knee diseases are most often observed in women. One explanation for this is wearing high-heeled shoes. Therefore, it makes sense to abandon elegant high-heeled shoes in favor of shoes with more comfortable soles if, for example, you plan to go to the store or to the park for a walk.
Daily exercise is very important. As a last resort, make it a rule to walk at least to the store and back. Remember that the scourge of modern man is inactivity. And it is precisely this that deprives many people’s knees of the ability to fully function.
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Diseases and injuries of the knee joint are accompanied by inflammation of the soft tissues and, as a result, redness of the skin and the formation of edema. A sore knee causes limited movement, which causes a feeling of significant discomfort. You can find the answer from experts to the question of what to do if your knee is swollen and painful in this article.
A swollen knee joint can be a symptom of a number of diseases. The recommended treatment depends on the cause that caused the pathological changes in the tissues.
Arthritis or arthrosis
Arthritis affects the joints, joint membranes and cartilage. The inflammatory process in the knee area develops after infectious diseases or injuries. At risk:
Treatment for arthritis is aimed at relieving inflammation and pain. Therapy includes the use of:
Additionally, medications that strengthen the immune system and vitamin complexes may be prescribed.
Bursitis – inflammation of the joint capsule
Pronounced swelling and the inability to bend the leg due to severe pain are characteristic signs of bursitis. The knee joint should be kept at rest and local compresses should be applied alternately with cold and hot ones. Physiotherapy relieves inflammation well. In severe forms of the disease, surgical intervention is recommended.
Tendinitis – inflammation of the tendons
Increasing pain, coupled with inflammation and swelling, are symptoms of tendinitis. The disease occurs due to excessive physical activity, injury, infection and immune system disorders. The affected limb should be bandaged and temporarily immobilized. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and analgesics are used to relieve symptoms.
Metabolic disorders due to gout
Gout has symptoms similar to arthritis. Deposition of uric acid salts causes pain and swelling of the knee joint. A characteristic sign of gout is an exacerbation of pain at night and in the morning. To eliminate symptoms, you should stay in bed and place a cushion under the affected limb. You can reduce pain by applying ice to the swollen joint. For gout, a strict diet is indicated while increasing the volume of fluid consumed.
A common cause of swelling and pain in the knee joint is bruise, sprain and rupture of ligaments, and displacement of the kneecap. What should you do if your knee is very swollen and there is a suspicion that the tissue has been damaged due to injury? Experts are unanimous: in case of any injury, you should immediately seek medical help. The following medicinal ointments can be used to relieve inflammation:
Folk remedies for pain and swelling of the knee
It is not always possible to see a doctor immediately if your knee is swollen. What to do in this case, and will folk remedies help? Healers have long recommended warm baths with plant decoctions to eliminate pain and relieve inflammation:
A medicinal compress made from crushed plantain leaves, horse chestnut flowers and white cabbage, taken in equal parts, helps well. The resulting paste is applied to the sore knee and covered with a film on top. The compress is kept for at least 4 hours.
Most often, the calyx swells and hurts due to a bruise. Symptoms appear either immediately upon injury or after some time. As a result, blood clots and synovial fluid can accumulate in the knee joint. What to do when an injury occurs and the back of the knee swells? It is necessary to establish the exact causes of a tumor of the knee joint. To do this, carry out the necessary examination and then prescribe treatment.
A damaged knee prevents a person from leading a healthy lifestyle. He has difficulty moving. In this case, the swelling under the cup is not immediately noticeable. To identify pathology, it is necessary to do a CT scan and x-ray. The causes of edema can be different. They depend on the type of injury. It is also possible that the tumor is associated with pinched vertebrae in the lumbar region or osteochondrosis. In this case, the pain is radiated elsewhere, for example, behind the knee, and not in the pinched area. The exact cause is determined by the doctor. For this purpose, palpation, examination and laboratory tests are carried out. The specialist then prescribes the necessary treatment for the knee joint tumor. Damage leading to swelling:
The human leg bends thanks to the coordinated work of muscles, ligaments and cartilage. The synovial fluid in the joint plays the role of protection against friction, and the cartilage cushions when walking, reducing and evenly distributing the load. With various injuries and bruises, this fluid increases in volume due to accumulation. Thus, a swelling occurs behind the knee. It can be located not only at the back, but also at the front. It is called a Baker's cyst. Pathology is typical for people over 40.
The disease begins unnoticed. It causes discomfort in the area under the cup, pain and limited movement of the leg. You may feel like your foot is numb. In this case, a tingling sensation is felt in it. The pathology is accompanied by edema. A dense formation appears in the hole under the calyx, which is called a cyst. The occurrence of a tumor is accompanied by pain in the leg muscles in the calf area, as well as in the kneecap. Such signs require immediate medical attention. The sooner you start treatment, the faster the results will be.
To remove a Baker's cyst, a puncture is performed and excess fluid is pumped out. An antibiotic or a special agent is injected into the site of the pathology to relieve the inflammatory process. For some time after these manipulations, the patient is prescribed to wear an elastic bandage. Physical activity should be limited.
If you do not get rid of the cyst in time, then you will need to have surgery. In this case, the tendon bursae are removed. The operation was well tolerated. You can also use folk remedies to resolve the cyst.
This is a disease in which the fatty tissue surrounding the knee joint is damaged. It can be confused with a meniscus cyst. The disease must be treated to avoid becoming chronic. Otherwise, this will lead to arthrosis and regular pain in the knee.
The cause of Hoffa's disease is hormonal changes in the body or those detected against the background of arthrosis. Damage to adipose tissue is noticeable upon examination only in the acute phase of the disease. The disease also causes symptoms such as swelling, limited movement and pain in the knee.
The menisci, as well as the ligaments of the knee, are the weakest and often vulnerable places in the joint. The disease occurs when the meniscus of the knee is damaged. Happens quite often. Pathology can occur with injury to both the external (lateral) and internal cartilage. The second suffers from injuries much more often. The menisci serve to reduce friction of the joints and reduce their excessive mobility. And in case of pathology, a tumor filled with liquid appears in them. My leg hurts in this place all the time. In case of cartilage injuries with the formation of cysts, surgical intervention is necessary.
The causes of the disease are joint overload. Most often they affect athletes and people whose work involves a lot of stress on their legs. A symptom of a meniscus tear is pain in the dimple behind the knee. It usually occurs with a bruise or injury to the leg. It can also serve as a factor in the inflammatory process.
If the cyst is small, then medications for pain relief and treatment aimed at relieving the inflammatory process are prescribed. Physical activity on the affected leg is temporarily reduced. If such therapy does not help, then surgery is necessary. During surgery, the damaged parts of the meniscus are removed.
Pain and swelling in the knee cup may occur due to damage to the soft tissues surrounding the knee joint. In this case, the tumor can be not only in the front, but also in the back. Tissue may suffer due to damage to tendons, ligaments, as well as muscles and tendon bursae. This disease affects people who remain in one position for a long time and are associated with heavy workloads. A ligament or tendon becomes pinched, causing swelling and pain in the leg. When examining and pressing on the tumor under the knee, it is dense to the touch. A distinctive symptom from a Baker's cyst is nagging pain. Treatment is prescribed similar to the above cases. It is necessary to reduce the load on the sore leg and take anti-inflammatory medications.
There are cases when excess fluid accumulates in the back of the knee due to the presence of viruses in the body. Bacteria and infection can enter the body if personal hygiene rules are not observed or if low-quality products are consumed. In this case, the patient is prescribed a course of antibiotic therapy.
If the knee is swollen, some patients use folk remedies. You can make lotions, compresses, rub in ointments and gels. All these remedies remove swelling temporarily. Then you need to undergo an ultrasound, x-ray or tomography. The latest survey gives a more detailed and detailed picture of the ongoing processes. It is carried out due to the complex structure of the knee joint.
Some people like to warm up the sore spot on their leg, but in this case this can only make the situation worse. Heat may increase the amount of fluid released in the knee. Another stage of treatment is puncture. During this procedure, the doctor pumps out excess fluid from the knee. After all the manipulations, he administers an anti-inflammatory drug. Against this background, antibiotics are recommended. They lower the pain threshold.
If systematic stagnation of synovial fluid occurs, then it is necessary to conduct an examination for the presence of arthritis and osteoporosis. If they are detected, it is necessary to undergo an appropriate course of treatment. Signs of these diseases include swelling of the knee joints, as well as swelling of the arms and legs. The causes of stagnation are circulatory disorders and vascular damage. In this case, accumulation of dead cells and waste products, except blood, occurs in the tissues.
All these reasons lead to inflammation. Such blood clots are difficult to remove from the body, so you need to see a doctor as soon as possible. An alternative method is treatment with leeches (hirudotherapy).
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