Most soft tissue knee injuries can be diagnosed through a MRI How is is treated? Typically, doctors will recommend the following to treat a soft tissue knee injury -Rest the knee-avoid an excess weight, the recommend that you use crutches when walking -Ice your knee -Compress the knee-using bandages or sleeves -Elevate your knee -Wear a knee brace-to stabilize the knee and protect it from further injury -Physical Therapy involving strengthening exercises