The knee must be spared during transport to hospital: The knee is supported and cool compresses or ice bags
Background
A number of different injuries may occur in a knee joint. It can be difficult to determine if a person has a break in the knee shell or broken cartilage or ligaments
If in doubt, treat the damage as described below
Typical symptoms and signs
Strong pain
swelling
Anxiety in moving the knee joint
What can I do
Check if the leg can carry swelling or discolouration or if the joint is locked
Contact your own doctor
When the genes after stroke or distortion progress quickly
Contact a doctor immediately
If you are suspected of fracture , tendon tearing or meniscus injury, which causes interference
First Aid For Knee Injuries
Shock your leg
Get the injured person to lie down
Stabilise and support your leg in a comfortable position
Put something soft as a pillow or rolled up under the knee
Bandages the knee
Place a circular support band around the knee
Put an ice bag on top of the backing strap
Call if necessary. ambulance or, if possible, transport the person in the emergency room
