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What To Take For The Relief From Swelling In Knee?

I currently have a torn acl and miniscus along with a fractured knee, my dr has given me 2 cortisone shots and a symvisc one shot, still no relief and swelling will not decrease. I am icing my leg 20 min. Every hour. I am currently taking 1 Ibuprofen and a half of a oxycodone acetaminophen 5.325. What do you recommend for swelling relief?
posted on Thu, 19 Jun 2014
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I recommend if you have a torn acl and menisci with fracture you need to follow the guidelines of the Orthopedic specialist. you can surely keep your leg eleveated above the level of the heart. re next step is to perform ankle toe movements, static quadriceps, static hamstrings, straight leg raise. all things should be done with less strain and slow movements. if you are unhappy with your current orthopedic physician you can surely take a cross consultation which will help you. take an advice from a physical therapist as well. he might be of help to you.
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What To Take For The Relief From Swelling In Knee?

I recommend if you have a torn acl and menisci with fracture you need to follow the guidelines of the Orthopedic specialist. you can surely keep your leg eleveated above the level of the heart. re next step is to perform ankle toe movements, static quadriceps, static hamstrings, straight leg raise. all things should be done with less strain and slow movements. if you are unhappy with your current orthopedic physician you can surely take a cross consultation which will help you. take an advice from a physical therapist as well. he might be of help to you.