Knee Sprain

What is a Knee Sprain?

A knee sprain is an injury in which the ligaments connected to the knee are stretched or torn. Ligaments are bands or sheets of fibrous tissue that connect two or more bones or cartilages. They also serve as a support for fasciae and muscles.

Knee Sprain Symptoms

The following are symptoms of a knee sprain:

• Swelling/Puffiness
• Redness
• Bruising
• Increased Pain when Shifting Weight
• Warmth in the Knee

Causes of a Knee Sprain

Although a knee sprain is less common than an ankle sprain, it still warrants as much attention. Usually, it is an injury that occurs when playing sports or climbing steps. It also happens when the person lands on the side of their knee wrong, such as in a slip and fall accident. A knee can be sprained in the ligaments above or below the knee.

Knee Sprain Consequences

Besides discomfort and pain, a knee sprain may also cause some degree of difficulty with normal walking. Depending on a person's job, it may be necessary to receive a note from a physician requesting light duty if bending or lifting is required.

Knee Sprain Treatment

The RICE method is usually useful in treating a sprain.

• R - Rest
• I - Ice
• C - Compression
• E - Elevation

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin or acetaminophen, can also help with the pain and swelling. Once the swelling and pain begins to diminish, it is recommended for the patient to start bearing weight on the injured knee again. In addition to strengthening and motion exercises, assisting devices, such as a knee brace, may be needed. In severe and rare cases, a cast or, possibly, surgery may be required.

Contact Us

If you or a loved one has experienced a knee sprain, please contact our Knee Injury Attorneys for a free, personal, and confidential consultation. You can contact the Law Offices of Michael Cordova at 602-265-6700.

Our attorneys not only work on knee sprain cases but in other personal injury areas, as well as criminal defense and DUI, car accident, dog bites, wrongful death, motorcycle accidents, and product and premises liability, so please contact your local Phoenix attorneys for a free consultation.

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