Ruthi’s knee is giving her a lot of trouble – aching most of the time, difficult to do the steps/bend, and sleeping is sporadic. We think her usual aches and pains were all activated because we did the long continuous drive across country (Chicago to Reno). She was keeping the knee in the same position (bent at the knee) during the long days. She went to the ER at the local hospital. They made sure it wasn’t a major problem (infection, vein clot, broken, etc.) and recommended anti-inflammatory meds and elevation. Boots drove into Reno to find a soft brace to help immobilize the knee.
The brace helped keep the knee from further stress and Ibuprofen cut the inflammation. Here’s hoping its better for when we leave for Southern California.
