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in: Acampbell; Acampbell > 2007-03-14;

#  Posted 2007-03-15 05:56:46
speedy: Try icing your knee 3-4 times a day for 10-15 minutes (no more than 15 minutes). At least you'll be able walk up/down stairs :)

My left knee hurts since last December and right one also got some bad signs. I tried to rest for couple weeks (maybe it wasn't enough), but it didn't show any improvements, so, I decided to keep running. Not a good decision, but I'm too old and still too young to worry about it.

Take your time and don't rush.

#  Posted 2007-03-15 06:49:37
Acampbell: I'll try that thanks!

and yeah i really hate not being able to run!!! and the interscholastics are getting really close and so i'm getting worried about being able to run for them.

#  Posted 2007-03-15 10:10:07
hkleaf: What about x-training? If running makes your knee hurt, perhaps biking or some other forms of cardio training would be ok? It's not the same as running, I know, but it will keep you active and maintain a certain level of fitness.

Having said all that. Rest (and ice) is still a better choice, esp. in the week or two immediately after the injury. Hope you'll feel better soon.

#  Posted 2007-03-15 17:25:07
Anna: If you're looking for something that will have ZERO negative effects on your knee, swimming with a floatie between your legs is a good choice. If you don't know how long you'll be out, it's especially important to cross-train.

#  Posted 2007-03-15 20:00:26
Acampbell: swimming is a great idea!!! now i just have to find out where i can go. and yeah my coach isn't going to yet my train again until a week after my knee totally stops hurting.

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