Knee scraped and scabbed, painful when bending the leg—what ointment should be applied?
Sep 26, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Jianjun
Introduction
In general, if a knee injury has formed a scab and bending the leg is uncomfortable, treatment may include topical application of medications such as Huoxue Zhitong ointment, erythromycin ointment, Zhongtong aerosol, mupirocin ointment, or ibuprofen gel. In summary, patients with scabbed knee injuries experiencing discomfort when bending the leg can relieve symptoms by applying medications like Huoxue Zhitong ointment.
Generally, when a knee is injured and has formed a scab, difficulty bending the leg can be relieved by applying medications such as Huoxue Zhitong Gao (blood-activating and pain-relieving plaster), erythromycin ointment, Zhongtong aerosol spray, mupirocin ointment, or ibuprofen cream. Specific details are as follows:
1. Huoxue Zhitong Gao (Blood-Activating and Pain-Relieving Plaster)
Difficulty in bending the leg may result from ongoing swelling in the knee area. Applying Huoxue Zhitong Gao can promote blood circulation, resolve blood stasis, and relieve pain. Clinically, this plaster is commonly used to treat symptoms such as musculoskeletal pain, muscle numbness, phlegm nodules, and joint soreness.The method of use is external application—apply directly to the affected area.
2. Erythromycin Ointment
Applying erythromycin ointment can reduce inflammation, help soften the local tissue, and improve the patient's ability to bend the leg. Erythromycin ointment exhibits antimicrobial activity against most Gram-positive bacteria, some Gram-negative bacteria, and certain atypical pathogens such as chlamydia and mycoplasma. It is clinically used to treat pyogenic skin infections, minor burns, infected ulcers, and common acne.
3. Zhongtong Aerosol Spray
Zhongtong aerosol spray helps promote blood circulation, remove blood stasis, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain. Patients can use this spray to alleviate discomfort. This traditional Chinese medicine formulation has effects of reducing swelling and relieving pain, promoting blood circulation, relaxing tendons, and resolving nodules. It is indicated for sprains, contusions, rheumatic joint pain, and periarthritis of the shoulder.
4. Mupirocin Ointment
Patients may also apply mupirocin ointment to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Mupirocin ointment is a topical antibiotic,appearing as a white or off-white ointment, with mupirocin as its main active ingredient. It is effective for skin infections caused by Gram-positive cocci.
5. Ibuprofen Cream
Patients can also apply ibuprofen cream to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. Ibuprofen cream is a topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that alleviates localized pain and is also used for symptomatic treatment of osteoarthritis.
In summary, patients experiencing difficulty bending the leg after a scraped and scabbed knee can find relief through topical applications such as Huoxue Zhitong Gao. However, if symptoms worsen, they should seek immediate medical attention and receive treatment under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
