Ligament Injuries in the Knee

Less motion in the knee

Tender to touch

Walking with a limp

How does the doctor diagnose this health problem?

Your doctor will take your history and do an exam. Your doctor will feel around your knee. Your doctor may put your knee in different positions and push or pull on different areas to check your motion and strength and see if your knee is stable. Your doctor may have you move your knee and watch you walk. The doctor may order: ‚

X-rays
MRI scan
Fluid removal to check for infection or blood in the joint
Arthroscopic surgery to look inside the knee

How does the doctor treat this health problem?

Your doctor will decide what treatments are best for you based on how bad your injury is, your age, and how active you are. ‚

Rest
Ice
Keeping the knee raised
Wrapping the knee lightly with bandages to lessen swelling
Braces or supports
Crutches, cane, or walker to take weight off the injured leg
Exercises to stretch and strengthen the knee
Surgery

What drugs may be needed?

The doctor may order drugs to: ‚

Help with pain and swelling

What problems could happen?

Loss of knee movement
Ongoing pain and stiffness
Trouble walking

What can be done to prevent this health problem?

When turning while walking, turn your whole body and not just your legs.
Wear the right equipment when playing sports. This includes protective equipment and padding.
Warm up slowly and stretch your muscles before you work out. Use good ways to train, such as slowly adding to how far you run. Do not work out if you are overly tired. Take extra care if working out in cold weather.
Strengthen your hip and thigh muscles to support your knee better.
Do not ignore or try to work through pain.
Stay away from strenuous activities when you cannot keep your balance.
Keep a healthy weight so there is not extra stress on your joints. Eat a healthy diet to keep your muscles healthy.

Where can I learn more?

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons ‚
http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=a00420 ‚
http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=a00550 ‚
http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=A00549 ‚

Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer

This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. This is only a brief summary of general information. It does NOT include all information about conditions, illnesses, injuries, tests, procedures, treatments, therapies, discharge instructions or life-style choices that may apply to you. You must talk with your health care provider for complete information about your health and treatment options. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to accept your health care providers advice, instructions or recommendations. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to provide advice that is right for you. ‚

Home

Erectile Dysfunction

Doctor123.org