How to Treat Joint Effusion

Walking every day for 20 minutes will help minimize the effects of joint effusion.

Joint effusion is the build up of fluid in the knee. Usually, it is a result of arthritis, which causes swelling and stiffness. Fortunately, there are several ways to treat this condition--they are treatments that can either make joint effusion go away or minimize its effects.

Instructions

1. Lose 20 lbs. Excess body fat adds extra pressure on all of the body’s joints. So losing weight will reduce fluid and pressure everywhere.

2. Walk on a regular basis. By moving your joints, you will remain flexible. Also, it will thwart any arthritis trying to set in to your joints.

3. Take a pill. Aspirin, acetaminophen and ibuprofen help with pain. They will help you manage on days when your joint effusion is flared up.

4. Drink 8 glasses of water daily. Water helps the body flush itself of toxins. As a result, it will function better and be less likely to build up fluid.

5. Lift weights. Make sure you focus on your legs. By building up the muscle in that area, you will strengthen your knees and fight the affects of arthritis and joint effusion.

6. Eat your vitamins. Consume a diet high in leafy greens that contain B6. B6 reduces tissue swelling and will bring you relief from joint effusion.

7. Adjust your chair. Proper posture will help reduce pressure on your joints. So make sure the chair you sit in at work is adjusted to the right height and has a strong back.

8. Visit an acupuncturist. Holistic healing has been proven to help a lot of medical conditions dealing with the joints. Regular treatment will help reduce pain and swelling in your knee.

9. Get surgery. A doctor can drain the fluid in your knee by making an incision near the large joint of the knee. It will also allow him to do two other things:he can make sure an infection is not contributing to your joint effusion, or he can give you a cortisone shot to prevent future fluid build up.

Tips & Warnings

• Go to the library and check out a few books with healthy recipes.

• Before you elect to get surgery for joint effusion, try to adjust your lifestyle first.