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.
Initially, you should treat the knee injury with conservative techniques including rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE): 1  Rest your knee, and use crutches to avoid any weight bearing on the joint. Avoid any activities that worsen your knee pain. 2  Ice your knee every three to four hours for 30 minutes.