Fell on my knee off a deck came straight down on it ,limped in pain for days ,and can not kneel on it at all ,suddenly it is filled wyj fluid scale of 1 to 1o about a 6 should i get it drained .what if i dont
No. Once you have fluid in your knee you can only have a medical physician drain the fluid. It's not a big deal if you have fluid in your knee unless you are experiencing pain in your knee.
Why would you do that?!
A fluid drain on the knee can be a long recovery. Depending on the physical health of the patient, the fluid drain can take a few months to one year to fully recover from.
To drain your knee, a doctor can perform a procedure called knee aspiration. This involves using a needle to remove excess fluid from the knee joint, which can help reduce pain and swelling. It's important to have this procedure done by a medical professional to avoid complications.
The only way that you can tell that if your knee is going to be drained of fluid is by a doctor's opinion. If you feel a lot of fluid in your knees, you need to seek the opinion of your physician.
Draining water from the knee is a medical issue that a doctor must perform. Doing it yourself should never be attempted.
You don't do it your self. Go to an er room and have a doc do it.
Yes, a general practitioner (GP) can perform a procedure to drain excess fluid from the knee, commonly known as knee aspiration or arthrocentesis. This involves inserting a needle into the joint space to remove the fluid, which can help relieve pain and swelling, as well as allow for analysis of the fluid to determine the underlying cause. However, the GP may refer you to an orthopedic specialist if the situation is more complex or requires further treatment.
Likely fluid inside. See a doctor they could and probably would drain it.
Popliteal lymph nodes are located in the popliteal fossa, which is located on the back of the knee. They drain lymphatic fluid from the lower extremities and play a role in immune response.
You could get knee support for you knee at any pharmacy of sporting store. Just look for a knee brace. Knee braces are great because they will support your knee and they are cheap.
To drain fluid from the knee, a typical syringe size used is 20 cc to 30 cc, allowing for sufficient volume collection. The needle size commonly used is usually between 18-gauge and 21-gauge, providing a balance between effective fluid removal and patient comfort. The choice of size may vary based on the physician's preference and the specific situation.