What should I do for a sprained ankle ligament?
Disease description:
I accidentally sprained my ankle, and it's now severely swollen and very painful, making it difficult to walk. After visiting the hospital, the doctor diagnosed a ligament sprain of the ankle joint. I would like to know how to recover as quickly as possible from a sprained ankle ligament?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Ankle ligament sprain is a common sports injury. The following points should be noted during treatment:
1. Initial treatment: The patient should stop activities immediately to avoid further injury. Apply ice as soon as possible. An ice pack can be applied directly to the skin for 5–10 minutes, repeated every 2–3 hours to reduce swelling and pain.
2. Compression: Use an elastic bandage to compress and wrap the injured area, which helps reduce swelling and pain and provides stability and support.
3. Elevation: Elevate the ankle, keeping the injured ankle above heart level as much as possible to facilitate blood return and reduce swelling.
4. Medication: If the pain is severe, ibuprofen capsules can be taken to relieve pain.
5. Surgical treatment: In cases of severe ligament tear, surgical treatment may be required to restore normal function.
6. Rehabilitation exercises: During recovery, appropriate rehabilitation exercises to improve muscle strength, balance, and flexibility should be performed to restore ankle function.
