Knee swelling can often be treated at home with rest, ice, and other remedies. But some symptoms may indicate a more severe injury or health condition. Swelling can be the body’s response to damage to ...

Dear Doctors: I was walking our dog at night and didn’t see a big hole in the sidewalk. I stepped right into it, full force, and I think my knee actually bent backwards. I can walk OK, but now my knee ...

Swelling in the knee can reduce mobility and cause pain. To quickly ease the swelling, a person can try resting, applying ice, elevating the knee, anti-inflammatory medications, massages, and gentle ...

Many people’s knees squeak, crack, or crackle, a phenomenon known as crepitus. Most of the time, it’s no big deal at all. But a loud popping sound accompanied by pain and swelling indicates an injury.