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Arthritis or another medical condition could be the cause of a stiff knee. Overuse of the joints and muscles in your knee can also cause stiffness. Strengthening your hamstrings, quadriceps and other knee-supporting muscles protects your knees from stress and the shock of impact, according to American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Stretching your muscles improves flexibility, which can prevent stiffness and injury.
Home Care for Knee Pain continued... COMPRESS the knee with a knee brace or wrap. 1  Compression helps accomplish two goals: 2  First, compression is another way to reduce swelling. 3  Second, in some knee injuries, compression can be used to keep the patella aligned and to keep joint mechanics intact.