Knee Treatment

• Knee
  • Diagnosis & Testing
  • Treatment
  • Surgical Management
  • Rehabilitation
• ACL Reconstruction
• PCL Reconstruction
• Patella/Patella and Femoral
• Meniscus
• Osgood-Schlatter Disease
• Osteochondral Injuries
• Iliotibial Band Friction syndrome
• Greater Trochanteric Bursitis

At the Scene
Suggestions for first aid treatment of an injured knee include:

• Immediate rest without returning to play
• Do not force weight on an unstable knee
• Apply ice packs
• Bandage the knee in place
• Elevate the leg
• Don’t apply heat
• Avoid alcohol
• Seek medical attention right away
• For serious injuries, visit your Geisinger physician or emergency room immediately

Remember R.I.C.E. – Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation!

Physician Care
Your Geisinger Medical Center physician will work with you to develop an individualized plan of care designed to ensure proper healing and a safe return to activity. Depending on the severity of the tear, surgery may be recommended for knee injuries; however, many patients are able to avoid surgery. Mild tears may be effectively treated with rest and progressive physical therapy.
Keep in mind that if you are experiencing any knee problems, you should see a physician as soon as possible to minimize any damage. Treatment for knee injuries may include draining built up fluid around the knee, physical therapy, and arthroscopic or open surgery. Treatment for arthritis of the knee is dependent upon therapy and lifestyle modifications. A total or partial knee replacement may be needed for severe acute injury or chronic and severe arthritis.

At Geisinger Sports Medicine, we help athletes with knee injuries recover with the best techniques modern medicine has to offer. If you or your child sustains a knee injury, contact us today for an appointment with an experienced sports injury specialist.