Hi I hurt my knee 2 dys ago. We are taking our kids on vacation in 8 dys. We bike constantly on vacation. My knee hurts and is swollen. What is the best knee wrap/ cold pack. I need to bring swollen knee back to regular size.s Thank you. Chris
When my mom had her knee surgery, the PT recommended to mix 1 part rubbing alcohol to 3 parts water in a gallon size ziploc bag and put into the freezer. It will get really cold, but it won't freeze completely so you can manipulate it. It works really well. Good luck and speedy healing :)
A physical therapy place sells wraps that you insert gel ice packs into then velcro. I bought an extra gel pack so I always have a cold one.
I have 2 similar to this one http://www.amazon.com/Caldera-WR501BOX-Therapy-Wrap-Multi...
They sell them at Walgreens. They are nice because you can velcro them on.
I would also get an ace bandage to wrap your knee when it's not being iced. Really helps with the swelling and pain too.
I needed a cortisone injection to bring down the swelling in my knee. The swelling was actually because I had "water" on my knee. You may need to see the doctor. If your knee is swollen it could be a more serious injury that requires treatment.
Frozen Peas (or corn, etc.) + Ibuprofen + Sitting with it lifted above your heart.
May sound weird or you might think I'm cheap but frozen peas is the best!
We put some in a ziplock and wrap it using an ace bandage...stays cold much longer than any ice pack we've used before and you can reuse them over & over.
Hope u heal fast & enjoy your trip.
