hi...i need to know that my my tissue got damage in my knee ...i have a swear pain that i cant sleep at night ... i consulted with a doctor he just gave me pain killer and acti joint(food suppliment) i need to know that may i use massage? can you please guide me some other techniques to cure my problem?
**1. since there is tissue injury, thus in best interest it is wise to consult an Orthopedic surgeon to rule out any damage to nearby structures [ligament/tendons] before any alternate system of medicine is practiced/tried.2. In acute stage, when there is inflammation, massage is contraindicated, but you may contact a Physiotherapist or Sports Medicine Specialist to know more about the same.3. Till an expert opinion is awaited, you may try following preventive measures at home:. In Ayurveda we hold that: whenever there is Injury, thus due to. Vata prakopa: there is shoola(pain). Pitta prakopa: there is shotha(inflammation). Kapha(vikrit) prakopa: there is uthsedha(swelling) thus intially  RICE protocol is followedR:est (vata shamana) to reduce painI:ce (pitta shaman) to reduce inflammationC:ompression (kapha shaman) to reduce swellingE:levation (V-P-K) to improve circulation. . Mix rock salt in castor oil. lighlty dab on affected area, after this put hot water bag or warm cloth on it or. add little turmeric powder on aloe vera leaf after cutting it. Heat it and apply on swelling. apply lemon juice