Treatment and Medications Pain medications and treatments that draw fluid from the knee joint can reduce symptoms caused by knee edema. Treatment varies depending on the cause of knee edema, but depending on the degree of swelling and your medical history, options include: Medications Medications that can be used to relieve symptoms of knee edema or to treat the underlying condition include pain relievers. If over-the-counter pain relievers don’t have enough effect, your doctor will give you more potent prescription medications to control the pain. 2. antibiotics. If your symptoms are caused by an infection, your doctor will treat the infection with antibiotics. 3, Glucocorticoids. This powerful anti-inflammatory drug, such as prednisone, can be taken by mouth or injected directly into the knee joint. Serious side effects may occur with glucocorticosteroids, so they should not be used too often or for too long. Surgery and other treatments Minimally invasive surgery and other treatments for knee edema and underlying conditions include arthrocentesis. Drawing out excess fluid from the knee joint helps reduce the pressure in the joint cavity. After the fluid is removed by arthrocentesis, the doctor injects glucocorticoids into the joint cavity to reduce inflammation. 2. Arthroscopy. In this procedure, the surgeon makes a small incision in the skin of the knee joint, through which a thin tube with an illuminated light (arthroscope) is inserted to upload real-time images of the inside of the joint to a video terminal. The surgeon can also insert small precision instruments through the arthroscope and use these instruments to remove detached tissue from the joint or repair damage to the knee. 3. Joint replacement. If your knee joint is unable to bear the weight of your body, your doctor will refer you to an orthopedic surgeon for joint replacement surgery. Lifestyle and Home Remedies If you develop knee edema, take the following self-care steps: 1. Rest. When your knee is painful and swollen, refrain from weight-bearing activities if possible. 2, Cold compresses and elevation. Cold therapy can be helpful in controlling pain and swelling. Apply cold compresses to your knee for 15 to 20 minutes every 2 to 4 hours. You can use ice packs, frozen vegetables, or towels that have been frozen in the refrigerator to make cold compresses. When applying cold compresses to your knee, elevate it above your heart and use a pillow for more comfort. 3. Painkillers. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, etc.) or ibuprofen (Aviva, Merrill Lynch, etc.) can help relieve knee pain. If you need a more potent pain reliever, ask your doctor for a prescription. Prevention Typical knee edema is caused by chronic illness or trauma. To prevent knee edema, you need to work with your doctor and other members of your treatment team to treat the disease or trauma that is causing it. For example: 1. Regular medical visits. If you have a chronic joint disease, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or gout, you need to visit your doctor regularly to monitor changes in the disease. 2, Strictly follow medical advice. Follow your doctor’s orders for medications to treat the underlying condition that causes knee edema. If you have had a knee injury, your doctor, physical therapist or trainer will recommend the use of a knee brace, and you must follow their advice. 3. Strengthen the quadriceps muscles. If you have poor thigh muscle strength, your doctor will refer you to a physical therapist to help you learn how to strengthen these muscles and better support your knee. 4. Use your knees gently. If you’re overweight and plan to start exercising to lose weight, it’s best to choose exercises that don’t involve constant weight bearing on your knees, such as water aerobics or swimming.