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Mild knee effusion
I slipped while carry all my diving equipment and fell on a rock on my left knee. I did an MRI and everything looked normal, except for a mild effusion. I keep feeling knee tension when i bend my knee and when i bare weight on it its veryy uncomfortable. Its like theres a pulling sensation on the very top center of my knee. What do i do? Does it go away on its own, or do i need to do something about it?
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Dr. Monika Kajal (PT)
Physiotherapist
7 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Knee joint effusion is quite common after any injury to knee joint, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, meniscal and ligaments injury. There is collection of fluid within joint, physical therapy quite beneficial in your case. 1st need ultrasonic treatment so that inflammation reduce and healing become fast.
Then complete role of exercises that includes stretching and strengthening exercises.
Next Steps
Do regular icing for reduction of effusion, at least twice a day
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