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Knee effusion (mild)

2018-11-13 15:25:12
Can I use ice pack application for mild knee effusion.....? Is there any side effect if I apply ice ?
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Knee effusion occurs when synovial fluid accumulates around the jnee.could be because of injury to meniscus,ligaments and arthritis.in case of acute knee effusion you can use ice pack 2 times in a day.do not aplly ice directly over the affected joint.kindly use compression bandage .
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Kindly contact the respective orthopedician if feeling uncomfortable with the ADL's
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Do not overuse the joint.avoid weight bearing.

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Yes you can  but tk physiotherapy and quadriceps exercise best option for you

Answered2018-11-15 06:49:38

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Yes, you can use ice pack twice a day for 4 days

Answered2018-11-14 20:38:57

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Towel stretch. Calf stretch. Chiropractic adjustment will help. Contrast Fomentation (Hot and Cold).

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Ice packs are only treating the symptoms. It doesn't have a side effects but effective only for first 72 hours of effusion.
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the cause of effusion has to be found with proper diagnosis

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