ANKLE SPRAIN : GRADES; CAUSES AND TREATMENT |FINDYOURSELF

August 02, 2019 1 Comments

Ankle sprain is a type of injury in which the ligaments that connect bones  together are partially or completely torn and there are several ligaments in the ankle that can be injured, but by far the most common are the ligaments that connect the fibula (shin bone), calcaneus (heel  bone) and talus  (foot bone).

Ankle sprain can be classified into three grades

: partial tear Mild tenderness and swelling of a ligament Slight or no functional loss

 incomplete tear of Moderate pain and swelling a ligament, with Mild to moderate ecchymosis moderate functional Tenderness over involved structures impairment Some loss of motion and function 

complete tear and severe swelling

·         A fall that can causes your ankle to twist.

·         Landing awkwardly on your foot after jumping or pivoting also cause.

·         Walking or exercising on an uneven surface.

·         Another person stepping or landing on your foot during a sports activity also cause sprain

·       X-ray

·       Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

·       CT scan

·       Ultrasound

•   Rest. Avoid activities that cause pain, swelling or discomfort.

•  Ice. Use an ice pack or ice slush bath immediately for 15 to 20 minutes and repeat every two to three hours while you're awake. If you have vascular disease, diabetes or decreased sensation, talk with your doctor before applying ice.

•  Compression. To help stop swelling, compress the ankle with an elastic bandage until the swelling stops. Don't hinder circulation by wrapping too tightly. Begin wrapping at the end farthest from your heart.

• Elevation. To reduce swelling, elevate your ankle above the level of your heart, especially at night. Gravity helps reduce swelling by draining excess fluid.

 

•  Pain relievers

•  Assistive Devices

•  Physiotherapy

•  Surgery:- Repair a ligament that won't heal Reconstruct a ligament with tissue from a nearby ligament or tendon.

·         Sports participation

·         Uneven surfaces 

·         Prior ankle injury

·         Poor physical condition

·         Improper shoes

·       Chronic ankle pain

·       Chronic ankle joint instability

·       Arthritis in the ankle joint

·         Warm up before you exercise or play sports.

·         Be careful when walking, running or working on an uneven surface.

·         Use an ankle support brace or tape on a weak or previously injured ankle.

·         Wear shoes that fit well and are made for your activity.

·         Minimize wearing high-heeled shoes.

·         Maintain good muscle strength and flexibility.