Knee Injury Care: ACL Support, Baker's Cysts and Swelling

Managing a knee injury like a torn ACL or MCL requires specific strengthening and fluid reduction techniques. Discover how acupuncture can help a Baker's cyst and whether to use heat or ice for post-exercise swelling.

How to Reduce Knee Swelling

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Marcy Brinkley

Damage to the structures of the knee commonly causes inflammation and swelling, also called fluid on the knee. The swelling may occur suddenly after a traumatic injury to the knee, or it may be a long-term problem for patients with gout or arthritis.