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.
With chronic PCL injuries, a bone scan may be needed to look for damage to the bones. Home Treatment of a Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury. For initial treatment of a PCL injury, the approach known as PRICE may be helpful. This includes: Protecting the knee from further injury; Resting the knee; Icing the knee for short periods with cold packs