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Got stitches on knee. All x-ray s are done there is no break or creak in the bone. After removal of stitches still the swelling is not going off. What should I apply to decrease the swelling. At present I am applying should Sld I continue and apply this.
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Start knee strengthning exercises.
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U can apply ice making sure your wound is properly healed! you can put ice in carry bag and then apply so that water does not spill! and you can put your leg in elevated position so that swelling drains!
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Please apply arnica ointment twice daily do hot compresses twice daily also take arnica 30 - twice daily.
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