8Recovery
Most patellar fractures can cause moderate to severe pain for several days to several weeks. There are many home remedies to help you alleviate the sensation. These include applying ice, taking OTC medications, elevating the legs, and resting. In more serious cases, the doctor would prescribe more potent drugs like opioids. However, they would lead to addiction or overdose.
Whether you get a nonsurgical or surgical treatment, rehabilitation is important to return to the normal life. This is because leg immobilization in a splint or cast for an extended period would weaken the muscles. During this process, a physical therapist or doctor will show you some effective exercises to reduce stiffness, improve muscle strength, and increase range of motion in the knee. [8]
