I fell and hurt my knee.

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hyesook kim

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I fell and hurt my knee. On the day of the injury, I couldn’t bear weight on the leg due to the pain. I had to move around using my other leg and both arms. I thought the pain would go away on its own. Most importantly, I do not have health insurance.

It has been 12 days since the injury. I can walk now, but there’s still some pain. It is very difficult to squat down and stand back up. When I press certain parts of my kneecap, it hurts.

I had my leg X-rayed, and there was no bone damage, which means my bones are fine. What could be the possible damage? Will it be okay if I just let it heal on its own? My Medicare Part C coverage will start in two months.

Thank you in advance for your advice.
 
The tissue is still healing, which usually takes 6 weeks or so, possibly more or less then that.

I have had injuries many times including the knees and have always healed them myself by icing where the pain is
plus gentle movement, repeating and continuing that process until completely healed. Once the pain is diminishing
then the gradual movement can increase until the knee is completely healed and the full range of motion is restored.

Icing is the best treatment as it drives the blood deep, reduces the pain and inflammation, thereby hastening
and promoting the healing. Heat does the opposite, would delay the healing and should not be used on an injury.
The treatment modality is called MICE, i.e. movement, icing, compression, elevation, primarily the first two in this case.

I've made several previous postings about using this method including this one.

I hope it heals quickly. Welcome to the forum. :)
 
John cycling said:
The tissue is still healing, which usually takes 6 weeks or so, possibly more or less then that.

I have had injuries many times including the knees and have always healed them myself by icing where the pain is
plus gentle movement, repeating and continuing that process until completely healed. Once the pain is diminishing
then the gradual movement can increase until the knee is completely healed and the full range of motion is restored.

Icing is the best treatment as it drives the blood deep, reduces the pain and inflammation, thereby hastening
and promoting the healing. Heat does the opposite, would delay the healing and should not be used on an injury.
The treatment modality is called MICE, i.e. movement, icing, compression, elevation, primarily the first two in this case.

I've made several previous postings about using this method including this one.

I hope it heals quickly. Welcome to the forum. :)
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Thank you so much!
 
Take John Cycling’s advice. Also, get a pair of compression sleeves like shown below for support when walking - I use these when jogging. As soon as Medicare kicks in, see a doctor and get an MRI - you might want to make the appointment now to avoid delay. An MRI will show the full extent of injury.

You may have a bruised bone, which can take months (or many months) to completely heal.
 

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Muskrat said:
Quit the squatting untill you are pain free. Of your knee is swollen supporting ligaments and tendons can become further injured. Time, ice, rest are your best friends. John is giving you great advice…follow it.
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Definitely avoid the squats until you're better. Don't force anything right now. let yourself heal. Hot soaks in Epsom salts always work wonders for my injuries.
 
Michael Z said:
Take John Cycling’s advice. Also, get a pair of compression sleeves like shown below for support when walking - I use these when jogging. As soon as Medicare kicks in, see a doctor and get an MRI - you might want to make the appointment now to avoid delay. An MRI will show the full extent of injury.

You may have a bruised bone, which can take months (or many months) to completely heal.
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Thank you! I am glad I will be able to see a Doc this January.
 
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