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Cross Bracing
Tips and tricks
Crutches
Aids and supports
Falls
Resting
Cramp
Bathing
Skin
Pain
Muscle loss
Blood clots
Brace-free time
Getting dressed
Swelling
Brace blocks
Falls
If you fall during your recovery, you could injure your knee or have another injury. Anti-coagulation medication may lead to increased bruising or bleeding.
The risk of falling is increased when you’re on wet or slippery surfaces, when you’re in crowds, or if you use alcohol or drugs.
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