Question 1

how do i care for a knee injury?

Accepted Answer

TLC and visit your : Doctor, some knee injuries are minor and heal by themselves with time and minor care, other could be serious  injuries and you have to see the doctor for it.
Minor injury rest the knee and take some advil (ibuprofen).

Question 2

knee injury from basketball, what to do?

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Ice.: Ice the knee for 20 minutes at a time, 3-4 times per day. If you can take anti inflammatory medications, like aleve, (naproxen) that helps bring down swelling. If you're still concerned after about a week, then you should see an orthopedic  knee surgeon, for evaluation.

Question 3

what knee injury do i have if instability?

Accepted Answer

Usually a ligament: Ligament damage is the usual cause of instability-acl, mcl, etc. See an orthopedist.

Question 4

suffering from  knee injury and i need a help?

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See your doctor: Simple home remedies may help, such as rest, ice, compresses, and elevation.  Try to avoid activities that aggravate your knee.  You might even want to try non-weight bearing (crutches) for a short time.  If knee pain persists, see your doctor for imaging, such as x-ray, cat scan, or MRI to determine the extent of your injury.

Question 5

how do i tell what kind of knee injury i have?

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See a physician: The best way to tell what type of knee injury you have your knee examined by a health care provider.

Question 6

can knee injury stunt growth?

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Growth: It can.  Injury to the knee's growth plate can affect growth and should be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon.

Question 7

how to reduce risk of knee injury?

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Strengthening: Maintain good strength (quads especially - straight leg raises are a good start)) and flexibility about the knee.  Avoid impact activities such as running, especially if you have had prior problems with your knee.

Question 8

how can i take care of my knee injury?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: To best give focused treatment advice, should be evaluated and examined by a sports medicine specialist (including sports physiatrist or orthopaedist). To start with, in general, ice the knee, rest it, elevate, modify activities to avoid pain-provoking maneuvers. If no contraindications (e.g. No stomach ulcers, kidney problems, heart disease, high blood pressure), can take short-term nsaids.

Question 9

how to treat knee injury when hurling?

Accepted Answer

Stop Playing: Hurling is a collision sport  with rapid, forceful, high speed direction changes of players.  Both of these are particularly stressful on knees and especially so if you already have an injury to your knee.

Question 10

can a tensor bandage help my knee injury?

Accepted Answer

Knee injury: If you mean ace, or a light compression, bandage, the answer is yes. Along with initial ice, elevation, and rest.

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