Anyone taking antimalarial drugs to prevent malaria who develops a fever or flu-like symptoms while taking the medicine or within 2-3 months after traveling to an area where malaria is common should call a physician immediately.
Ice the knee. 1  Icing the knee reduces swelling and can be used for both acute and chronic knee injuries. 2  Most authorities recommend icing the knee two to three times a day for 20 to 30 minutes each time. 3  Use an ice bag or a bag of frozen vegetables placed on the knee.
Stage 1: Rest, Ice, Elevate and Compress to reduce swelling, pain and bruising. If necessary, use crutches to enable the knee to rest and reduce the weight on the knee, until pain allows full weight bearing. You may be prescribed anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to ease the pain.