You should always get any swelling checked out by a doctor before doing anything in case it is something serious. If they decide it isn't, a compression wrap like Tubigrip can certainly help reduce swelling. You want to use a double layer running from the top of your thigh to your ankle to be most effective. Beware though, you mustn't wear it at night. Tubigrip is best used in conjunction with Ice and elevation to reduce swelling.
A swollen knee should be treated by putting ice on it three times a day for twenty minutes at a time, soaking it in a warm bath and wrapping it in a compression bandage.
Yes, because if you don't there knee could get worse.
There are several websites where an individual can find out how to tend for a swollen knee. Examples would include WikiHow, WebMD, Native Remedies, and Livestrong.
if 'it' is your head take tylenol, if you have maybe a swollen knee or swollen spot ibuprofen is a pain reliever and helps to reduce swelling. if 'it' is a personal spot . . . percogesic is good, its hard to find but it not expensive.
Less than a month. More or less 2 weeks. Can expect to return about six to seven months after surgical reconstruction.
You should ice it and see your doctor. You can take Tylenol for the pain. Follow directions.
Your knee is an important part of your body and you should not take any chances with it. it would be wise to have it checked out Rather then leave it to chance.
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For swollen joints you need ice and maybe a lukewarm soak in a bath of epsom salt.
Helps to relax the muscles and promotes healing.
This can sometimes be caused by a blood clot in which case you should get medical help as soon as possible.
I would call my doctor and then wrap the knee with icy hot patch.