Many people experience pain in muscles, joints, and other structures of the musculoskeletal system and know firsthand the discomfort they cause. One of the common causes of pain is injuries - sprains, joint dislocations, soft tissue bruises. These conditions require timely consultation with a doctor. Only a specialist can assess the nature and extent of damage, prescribe a suitable gel or ointment for bruises, dislocations, sprains with an analgesic effect. 57
In what cases is the help of a traumatologist needed?
Determining whether the victim needs to see a doctor is quite simple. The main symptom is severe pain in the knee joint, which does not subside even after first aid. In this case, the indications for contacting a doctor are:
- knee deformity;
- crunching when trying to bend the joint;
- formation of a hematoma at the site of the injury;
- the appearance of a lump that continues to increase in size;
- swelling and swelling that appeared several hours after the injury;
- numbness of the leg in the knee area.
All these symptoms may indicate not just a bruise, but serious damage to the joint, which requires qualified medical care and long-term treatment. Therefore, if your knee hurts after a bruise, then a specialist should answer the question of how to treat it. It is he who can answer the question of what kind of knee bruise this is and how to treat the swollen one.
If your knee is swollen after a bruise and you don’t know what to do, a traumatologist will not only provide the necessary medical care, but also prescribe effective treatment. However, first you will have to undergo an examination using X-rays, and, if necessary, do computer diagnostics to determine the extent of damage to the joint and soft tissues.
Treatment of the consequences of a knee injury
After diagnosis, the surgeon or traumatologist prescribes treatment depending on the severity of the injury.
For cracks and fractures, a plaster cast is applied. When a meniscus ruptures, measures are taken to restore or remove its broken parts.
In cases of blood accumulation inside the joint, a specialist performs a puncture (medical removal of accumulated fluid). To relieve pain and inflammation, special medications, physiotherapeutic procedures and vitamins are prescribed.
Methods for restoring a knee after a bruise
Treatment of the spine and joints through surgery is an extreme measure that specialists resort to in cases where bone and muscle tissue are seriously damaged. For ordinary fractures and cracks, a plaster cast is applied; in all other cases, a tight bandage on the knee is recommended.
So, what should you do if your knee is swollen and painful due to a bruise? Any traumatologist will tell you that you will have to resort to the help of anabolic steroids, which are taken orally or applied to the site of the injury in the form of an ointment. If a large hematoma has formed at the site of the bruise, it is punctured to ensure blood flow and reduce pressure on the injured area. If, with a knee injury, the leg below is swollen, and the injury itself is accompanied by an open wound, it is carefully treated and a sterile bandage is applied. If the wound has healed, but the leg continues to hurt and the swelling does not subside, ointments are prescribed that effectively remove swelling, as well as drugs that reduce pain.
Pain relief for bruises and sprains
Any injury to the musculoskeletal system is accompanied by pain. Therefore, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used for the symptomatic treatment of bruises and contusions. They help relieve pain, reduce swelling of periarticular tissues, and also eliminate inflammation that occurs as a result of various types of damage. 57
There are 2 ways to use NSAIDs: oral and topical. Pain relief for bruises and other types of injuries with oral medications can cause a number of side effects: vomiting, nausea, damage to the gastrointestinal mucosa. Therefore, the use of topical drugs deserves special attention in the symptomatic treatment of injuries. These can be various ointments and gels that contain NPVS. They help reduce the intensity of pain, increase blood supply to tissues, and increase the rate of enzymatic reactions. 57
30g
recommendations for use
Apply a small amount of gel (3-5 cm) 2-3 times a day, followed by rubbing into inflamed or painful areas of the body. The duration of use of the drug should not exceed 14 days without consulting a doctor.
instructions
50g
recommendations for use
Apply a small amount of gel (3-5 cm) 2-3 times a day, followed by rubbing into inflamed or painful areas of the body. The duration of use of the drug should not exceed 14 days without consulting a doctor.
instructions
100g
recommendations for use
Apply a small amount of gel (3-5 cm) 2-3 times a day, followed by rubbing into inflamed or painful areas of the body. The duration of use of the drug should not exceed 14 days without consulting a doctor.
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First aid has been provided: what next?
It is not surprising that with serious injuries to the knee, the leg hurts for a long time. In addition to the medications prescribed by the doctor, you can use traditional medicine. If your knee hurts badly after an injury, and you don’t know what to do, and the prescribed remedies do not bring relief, you need to reduce the load on the injured leg, and ideally, stop walking altogether for several days. A tight bandage around your knee will help minimize joint mobility and reduce pain. In the first days after injury, you should avoid drinking large amounts of liquid to prevent swelling of the limbs. Sometimes, after such injuries, patients’ temperature may rise—in this case, it is worth using antipyretics.
If quite a lot of time has passed after the injury, joint mobility has been restored, but the knee still hurts when bending after the injury, you should contact your doctor again, who will prescribe additional physiotherapeutic procedures. This can be massage, warming up, physical therapy, which will help relieve pain symptoms and will be the last stage of rehabilitation after an injury.
Bystrumgel is a modern remedy for pain relief for sprains and bruises.
Bystrumgel is a drug based on ketoprofen, which has anti-inflammatory, anti-exudative, and analgesic effects. It is available in gel form and has a pleasant aroma (due to the presence of lavender and orange blossom essential oils) 11.
The drug can be used for the symptomatic treatment of sprains, bruises, muscle pain, as well as articular syndrome, lumbago, arthritis 11. Unlike many other ointments for bruises and sprains, Bystrumgel is practically not absorbed by the body and does not have a catabolic effect on cartilage tissue 11. The drug relieves pain and reduces inflammation 2. If ligaments are damaged, the analgesic effect occurs within 15-30 minutes after application. eleven
Venotonics
Which ointment is best for such injuries? Sometimes venotonics may be the ideal option. The main composition of such drugs is anticoagulants, which help prevent bruising. Therefore, after an incident, they should be applied within the first few minutes.
Also, venotonics for injuries of varying intensity help prevent such dangerous diseases as vascular thrombosis and varicose veins. These include:
These medications should not be used if you have open wounds, abrasions, or scratches. With regular use, they increase the elasticity of the vessel wall, its tone, and therefore prevent vessel permeability and the development of varicose veins.
Of all the above, heparin is prescribed most often. It helps to quickly deal with the bruise and recovery occurs much faster.
Contraindications for ointments with NSAIDs
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory ointments should not be used for bruises during pregnancy, under the age of 6 years, or allergic diseases.
The use of creams and gels will have to be limited in case of problems with the liver and kidneys. For bruising of the eye and areas on the face, traditional NSAIDs are also not recommended. Then what ointment should I apply to the bruised area? Preparations with natural ingredients and specialized products are suitable. Individual intolerance precludes the use of any medications. If you are not sure that the product will not cause negative effects, perform an allergy test - apply a little cream to the inner bend of the elbow. Allergic reactions, burning and redness for 1-1.5 hours indicate intolerance to the drug. In case of damage to the skin, treatment with creams is postponed until the wound heals.
Ointments for severe bruises with natural ingredients
If the use of ointments and gels is not permissible, use natural remedies. Bodyagi powder helps a lot. It is diluted to a thickness and applied to the affected area. There are pharmaceutical preparations with badyaga and comfrey. They help with swelling, hyperemia, and bruises.
In case of bruises, products with a mild effect are selected for children. In pediatrics, creams with arnica are used. They can be applied from 1 year. They do not have an irritating effect, enhance regeneration, and relieve pain. Arnica preparations are potential allergens, so before using the product you need to make sure there is no individual intolerance.
What ointment to use for extensive hematomas? The Zhivokost balm with comfrey, bodyaga and essential oils is inexpensive. It treats the consequences of injuries and has a positive effect on joints, strengthening and healing the musculoskeletal system.
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Author of the article: Dmitruk Yulia Vladimirovna | Orthopedic doctor Education: diploma in General Medicine received in 2001 at the Medical Academy named after. I. M. Sechenov. In 2003, she completed postgraduate studies in the specialty “Traumatology and Orthopedics” at the City Clinical Hospital No. 29 named after. N.E. Bauman at the Department of Traumatology, Orthopedics and Surgery.
Popular remedies for knee bruises
When choosing an ointment for a knee injury, it is advisable to study the available products on the modern market.
Troxevasin. The gel has a positive effect on the soft tissues of the knees. The main advantage is the use of troxerutin, which is a synthetic substance and an effective analogue of a unique component related to B vitamins. Regular use of medicinal ointment in accordance with the instructions improves blood circulation and restores damaged tissue after a bruise. Using the gel helps improve blood flow and prevent blood clots.
- Natural homeopathic ointment Traumeel S is considered one of the most effective, but its use requires taking into account the instructions and recommendations of the doctor. The product is applied to the injured knee twice - three times a day. The recommended duration of treatment is 2 weeks.
- Liton 1000 is used for external use to eliminate the symptoms of bruises and prevent blood clots.
The drug improves blood flow, metabolic processes and helps eliminate the consequences of knee bruises, including bruises and swelling. The healing gel is available in tubes of 30, 50, 100 grams, so you can choose the appropriate option. Liton 1000 is inexpensive, so its regular use is advisable and guarantees the best results. Arthro-Active . A unique cream-balm restores the tissues of the knee joints. The active substance is chondroitin sulfate, which blocks the action of enzymes and stimulates the work of chondrocytes. If the bruise is caused by a fall, it is advisable to use the ointment for 6 to 12 weeks to achieve lasting results. A properly administered course of treatment restores damaged cartilage. - Badyaga . A well-known drug is prescribed for the treatment of knee bruises. The drug is created on the basis of powder from a dried freshwater sponge. Rubbing in the medicinal product improves microcirculation and metabolic processes, therefore eliminating hematomas and tissue compactions is guaranteed.
Making homemade ointment
You can prepare homemade ointment for adults and children. The effect depends on the severity of the condition and bruise, the sensitivity of the skin to external factors, and the tendency to swelling.
Adults and children can be confident in the use of harmless and effective components that guarantee successful treatment of the knee joint:
Hop cones . It is recommended to melt 200 grams of visceral fat and mix it with 50 grams of dried buds. A medicinal gel based on hop cones helps with inflammation, eliminates pain, and accelerates healing. The ointment is applied to the injured knee twice a day.
Proper preparation of homemade ointment based on safe ingredients guarantees an improvement in the functional condition of the knees.
Steroids
Ointment for bruises and injuries of the knee with steroid components is prescribed only if drugs from the NSAID group are powerless. These drugs have a strong anti-inflammatory effect, but they have many contraindications, so they can only be used after consulting a doctor.
The main indications for their use include, first of all, the lack of effect when treated with other drugs, increasing symptoms of inflammation and the serious condition of the patient, as well as an allergic reaction to other drugs.
For severe bruises, it is better to choose medications from this group. In total, three of them are recommended for use - advantan, hydrocortisone, lokoid.
