Knee Pain Dos and Don’ts
Medically Reviewed by Tyler Wheeler, MD on February 19, 2023
Do: Rest a Sore Knee
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Don’t: Stay on the Couch Too Long
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Do: Use RICE
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Don’t: Risk Slips, Trips, or Falls
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Do: Use a Cane If You Need One
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Do: Watch Your Weight
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Do: Consider Acupuncture
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Don’t: Forget to Stretch
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Do: Use Heat and Cold
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Don’t: Sleep in the Wrong Position
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Do: Try Braces or Sleeves
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Don’t: Wear Out Your Knees
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Do: Support Your Arches
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Don’t: Keep Wearing the Same Old Shoes
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Do: Talk to Your Doctor
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Mayo Clinic: “Knee Pain: Self-Management”
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February 19, 2023
Medically Reviewed by: Tyler Wheeler, MD
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