Treatment of joint strokes
Joint effusion is a buildup of fluid in a joint of the body, caused by stroke, falls, infections or chronic joint diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis or gout, and is commonly referred to as “water in the knee”.
- Joint effusion is usually more common in the knee.
- Due to excessive use of this joint to run or walk.
- For example.
- Causing swelling of the knee; however.
- Stroke can occur in any joint of the body such as the ankle.
- Shoulder or hip.
Joint effusion is curable and treatment is usually done by physical therapy to facilitate fluid absorption, reducing your symptoms.At home, the person may place a cold compress for 15 minutes to reduce local swelling.See: When using a hot or cold liquid.Compress.
Treatment of joint effusion should be guided by an orthopedist or physiotherapist and may be done with:
1.Protection and rest: As long as the pain persists, protect the sore joint.For example: when touching your knee, crutches or knee pads should be used until you can walk painlessly;
2.Apply Ice: Crushed ice blocks are useful for deflating and relieving pain.Leave on for 15 minutes by placing a thin cloth around the ice pack to avoid burning the skin;
3.Bandage: the bandage of the sore joint with gauze with a slight pressure helps control swelling;
4.Lift the affected limb: if you have swollen knees, you should lie on the bed or sofa and place a pillow under your knee so that your leg is tilted upwards;
5.Massage: foot massage in the hip is effective for relieving pain and swelling;
6.Anti-inflammatory remedies: Your doctor may prescribe ibuprofen or diclofenac, help reduce inflammation of the joint by decreasing pain. These remedies can be taken as a pill or by injection (infiltration) into the affected joint. Drinking sucupira tea may also help as it contains anti-inflammatory, antireumatic and analgesic properties.More information: Sucupira tea for osteoarthritis and rheumatism.
7.Fluid suction: can be used in the most severe cases to remove excess fluid with a needle in the doctor’s office or in the hospital.
Physical therapy consists of an exercise that helps strengthen the joint and improve blood circulation by draining excess fluid, these exercises should be adapted to the affected joint, so it is important to receive the advice of a physical therapist.
First, exercises should be performed slowly and gradually and it is also important to use the joint mobilization technique, which consists of small joint movements that increase intraarticular lubrication and decrease clicks.
Some knee joint stroke exercises, which may be indicated by the physical therapist, include:
It is recommended to take 30 seconds interval between each series of exercises to avoid excessive joint wear and worsening symptoms.
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Symptoms of joint effusion may include:
Symptoms may vary in intensity depending on the type of occupation of the individual.Diagnosis of joint effusion is made by the orthopedist by observing symptoms and tests such as x-rays or MRI.