Unsuccessful landing on one of the legs, a sudden change in direction of movement, a foot in a depression on an uneven surface - all this can lead to such results as torn ankle ligaments. Although basketball players currently use an elastic bandage as well as an ankle brace designed to keep the foot in place, these injuries are not uncommon.
Injury symptoms
Ligament injuries can range from minor to severe. In the first case, the healing process lasts about a week. If there is a rupture of the ligament, the disease becomes serious. And you will need more than one month to restore your he alth.
The main symptoms of injury are: swelling of the leg at the site of injury, the skin turns blue, the foot may be displaced in any direction, the person experiences severe pain, moving the toes becomes difficult.
If it is difficult for the victim to lean on the injured leg, this indicates a serious injury to the ankle joint.
Treatment of torn ligaments
On receiptinjury, you should immediately consult a qualified specialist. In case of severe pain, immediately release the foot from the shoes, cover it with ice packs, keep it on a raised platform. If the injury is severe (torn ligament), use tape or a tight bandage. Keep them for two to three hours, no more, otherwise the tumor will begin to squeeze he althy ligaments, which will lead to impaired blood circulation. Make sure that your fingers are not cold, do not bring to swelling and numbness. After removing the bandage, apply an ice pack every hour.
When you have been diagnosed with a torn ligament, on the same day you need to make an anti-inflammatory injection, on the next day - replace the injections with similar tablet preparations. But don't self-medicate. All appointments must be made by a doctor, taking into account the individual characteristics of the body. In most cases, along with anti-inflammatory therapy, outflow massages, the use of ointments "Indovazin", "Lioton", "Troxevasin" are recommended. They need to be mixed and rubbed into a swollen place, from which the color scheme of the hematoma will gradually begin to take on a natural shade.
Don't forget the x-rays. It will help you determine the severity of the injury. If blueing and swelling are not observed, in any case, check the condition of the ligamentous apparatus for microtraumas, which can later develop into a disease such as arthrosis.
Recovery activities
By transferring the ligament break, and also accepting the appointedtreatment, your ankle needs rehabilitation therapy.
Cycle of exercises possible at home:
1. Movement in space by squeezing and unclenching the finger joints on the legs.
2. Get on your toes and then lower yourself onto your heels. This exercise is recommended to be done at a slow pace.
3. Pull the leg towards you, after hanging the weight on it.
Gradually switch to slow running, jumping, playing exercises.
