How to treat ligament strain

The treatment measures after ligament strain include rest, ice, pressure bandage, lifting the affected limb, physical therapy, drug therapy, rehabilitation training, etc. Surgical treatment is suitable for severe ligament strain. During treatment, follow the doctor's advice, pay attention to rest and rehabilitation training. Special groups need to be treated cautiously. After ligament strain, the following treatment measures need to be taken: 1. Rest: Stop exercise and allow the injured ligament to rest. Avoid further damage to the ligament. 2. Ice compress: Apply ice packs or cold towels to the injured area for 15 - 20 minutes several times a day within 72 hours of injury. Cold compress can reduce pain and swelling. 3. Pressure bandage: Use elastic bandages to wrap the injured area, apply appropriate pressure, but not too tight. Bandages can help reduce swelling. 4. Lift the injured limb: Raise the injured limb above the heart level to help reduce swelling. 5. Physical therapy: During the recovery period after ligament strain, appropriate physical therapy, such as hot compress, massage, electrotherapy, etc., can be performed to promote blood circulation and recovery. 6. Medication: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as ibuprofen) can be used to relieve pain and swelling. If the pain is severe, opioids can be considered, but only under the guidance of a doctor. 7. Rehabilitation training: During ligament recovery, appropriate rehabilitation training, including stretching, strengthening and balance training, is required to restore ligament function and strength. 8. Surgical treatment: If the ligament strain is severe and affects joint stability, surgery may be needed. The purpose of surgery is to repair or reconstruct the ligament. It should be noted that different degrees of ligament strain may be treated differently. During treatment, it is necessary to follow the doctor's advice, pay attention to rest and rehabilitation training. It is very important for athletes or people who often perform strenuous exercise to prevent ligament strain. Ligament strains can be prevented by warming up, stretching, and strengthening muscles. If you feel pain or discomfort during exercise, stop immediately and seek medical help. In addition, treatment of ligament strains may need to be more cautious for special groups such as the elderly, diabetics, and people with low immune systems. These groups may recover slowly and are prone to complications. During the treatment process, we should pay close attention to the body reaction and actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment. In short, the treatment of ligament strain requires comprehensive consideration of many factors, including injury degree, individual differences, etc. Timely medical treatment, appropriate treatment measures, and reasonable rehabilitation training are helpful to restore ligament function and reduce complications.