Knee Pain Research Paper

Introduction
Knee pain in adults is common. It can be caused by many things, including:
Arthritis.
A fluid-filled sac (cyst) or growth in your knee.
An infection in your knee.
An injury that will not heal.
Damage, swelling, or irritation of the tissues that support your knee.
Knee pain is usually not a sign of a serious problem. The pain may go away on its own with time and rest. If it does not, a health care provider may order tests to find the cause of the pain. These may include:
Imaging tests, such as an X-ray, MRI, or ultrasound.
Joint aspiration. In this test fluid is removed from the knee.
Arthroscopy. In this test a lighted tube is inserted into knee and an image is projected onto a TV screen.
A biopsy. In this test a sample of tissue …show more content…
Do not do things that cause pain or make pain worse.
Avoid high-impact activities or exercises, such as running, jumping rope, or doing jumping jacks.
General instructions
Take over-the-counter and prescription medicines only as told by your health care provider.
Raise (elevate) your knee above the level of your heart when you are sitting or lying down.
Keep a pillow under your knee when you sleep.
If directed, apply ice to the injured knee:
Put ice in a plastic bag.
Place a towel between your skin and the bag.
Leave the ice on for 20 minutes, 2–3 times a day.
Ask your health care provider if you should wear an elastic knee support.
Lose weight if you are overweight. Extra weight can put pressure on your knee.
Do not use any tobacco products, including cigarettes, chewing tobacco, or electronic cigarettes. If you need help quitting, ask your health care provider. Smoking may slow the healing of any bone and joint problems that you may have.
Contact a health care provider if:
Your knee pain continues, changes, or gets worse.
You have a fever along with knee pain.
Your knee buckles or locks up.
Your knee becomes more swollen.
Get help right away if:
Your knee feels warm to the touch.
You cannot move your

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