Knee Treatments

Can I Treat Knee Pain On My Own?

Right after a knee injury, RICE therapy – Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation – is the recommended home treatment to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation and speed up healing. However, most knee injuries require immediate medical attention. While many knee injuries can be successfully treated with simple measures, some injuries may require surgery.

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Treatment Options

Non-surgical options for mild to moderate conditions

Use of assistive devices

to aid healing and improve mobility such as a cast, brace or crutches

Physiotherapy

to restore range of knee motion and strengthen leg muscles

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication

to reduce pain and swelling, like aspirin and ibuprofen

Lifestyle changes

to lessen stress on the knee

Recovery After Surgery

Minimally invasive surgeries are outpatient procedures with the advantages of smaller scars, lesser pain and shorter downtime. Usually, you can be discharged on the same day after the procedure and allowed to ambulate. You may feel pain in the affected area post-surgery for the first few days, and analgesics will be prescribed. For some instances, you may require crutches and physiotherapy to aid your recovery.

A detailed rehabilitation program will be customised to see you through to recovery. Depending on the severity of each condition and the extent of the surgery, recovery period varies for each person.