Home Remedies on Water in the Knee

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(20 Aug 2007)

Water on the knee, also known as fluid on the knee is a term that is used to describe the excessive accumulation of fluid in or around the knee joint. Many medical experts also refer to this problem as a knee effusion. Although excessive fluid on the knee can accumulate in just about anyone, it is a lot more common in people who are over the age of 55. There could be various causes of water on the knee, such as injuries and trauma, or certain medical conditions.

In order to determine the exact cause of the problem in a particular person, it is necessary to obtain a sample of the fluid and get it tested. Fluid on the knee generally leads to severe pain and stiffness, which can be alleviated to some extent, by undergoing fluid on the knee treatment in time.

Causes of Water on the Knee

There could be several different medical conditions that could cause the fluid to build up in the knee joints. Given under are some of the common underlying conditions leading to water on the knee:

Gout
Pseudo-gout
Tumors
Cysts
Infections
Osteoarthritis
Bleeding disorders
Bursitis
Rheumatoid arthritis

People who have suffered from an injury or any type of damage to any part of the knee area could also have water on the knee. Some of the traumatic injury types that have been known to lead to the build up of knee fluid are:

Injuries caused by overuse
A broken bone
A ligament tear
A tear in the meniscus

Symptoms of Water on the Knee

There are certain signs as also symptoms that are experienced by most people who suffer from this medical problem. Given below are some of the most common symptoms of water on the knee:

Pain, which could be so intense, that it may be impossible to put any weight on it.

The stiffness that is felt in the knee because of the excess water could make it difficult for a person to straighten the knee as normal

In several cases, people feel that the affected knee appears larger than the other one, mainly due to the swelling

There may be some redness visible in the knee that is affected and it may also feel much warmer to the touch.

As many of these symptoms begin to crop up, it becomes important for those affected to consult a doctor and undergo the right fluid on the knee treatment.

Water on the Knee Cures

There are several different options that people can adopt for fluid on the knee treatment, like medication, surgery and medical procedures. In addition to that, some people also use home remedies for water on the knee, to expedite the healing process. Given further are some of the most effective forms of fluid on the knee treatment:

Over the counter and prescription pain relievers
Antibiotics, in case of an infection
Corticosteroids for short-term treatment
Joint aspiration or arthrocentesis, which involves draining knee fluid
Arthroscopy for repairing the damage inside the knee joint
Join replacement, in case bearing weight on the knee is difficult

In addition to the abovementioned fluid on the knee treatment, there are home remedies that can also be very effective. The home remedies for water on the knee include:

Ice therapy
Elevating the knee
Getting plenty of rest

The home remedies for fluid or water on the knee are safe enough however it would be best to rather speak to a doctor before using any of the home remedies. This is more important for those people, who are elderly or are suffering from any preexisting medical condition.

answered by G R on 29 Mar 2011, 4:45:25

Water in knees can be a symptom for many medical conditions which can be due to an injury or trauma. Consult a specialist to know the exact cause for the edema or water retention. The most common cause for this issue is osteoarthritis. This condition can affect any joint in the body, in case of knees it is a result of the breakdown of the joint cartilage. The synovial fluid or the knee joint fluid can contain small crystals, blood or bacteria. This condition is commonly known as knee effusion in medical language.
Pain along with stiffness and swelling can hinder your mobility to a larger extent. Rest may help decrease the pain. The treatment will largely depend on your diagnosis, which can range from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, cyst, gout, or an infection. Lose weight if you are above your ideal body weight as excess weight can put excess pressure on the knee making the pain and swelling worst. Keep your feet in elevated position, while sleeping rest your feet on a pillow or while sitting on a couch rest your feet on a small support beneath. This position will help to improve circulation and reduce swelling in knees.

answered by S P on 22 Nov 2007, 6:13:56

Home Remedies on Water in the Knee

water on knee (20 Aug 2007)

water on knee
(20 Aug 2007)