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Swelling in the knee

2017-05-10 17:29:25
My father has encontered some swelling in the left knee and says that it is paining enough and as a result he is not able to walk well. Please suggest what to do?
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Start hot water formentation twice a day at home  and start some knee strengthening exercises  consult a physio for pain management and exercises
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don't sit on low chair and avoid   cross leg sitting

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