Ankle sprains, which are perceived as a temporary problem, can cause many damages, from bone edema to fractures, especially if they recur frequently.
Take Care of Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprain is very common in daily life and sports injuries. As a result of an ankle sprain, the ligaments in the ankle may tear (rupture). After serious ankle sprains, patients must follow the necessary treatment protocols. They should get support from an expert. Less pain does not mean that the ankle is healed. Untreated sprains cause serious problems in the long term. The ankles of people who do not receive treatment are looser, their muscles are weaker, the sprained foot gets cold more quickly and is sprained again more easily. Lesions and arthrosis are bound to occur in the ankle in the future.
What Should We Do When the Ankle is Sprained?
We should avoid putting weight on our sprained foot.
2- We should wrap an elastic bandage starting from our toes to the top of our ankle without tightening it too much.
3- We can apply an ice pack over the bandage for 5 minutes every hour until we consult a specialist.
4- If possible, we can apply an elastic bandage to our foot. We should keep it above the level.
5- We should avoid standing up and walking around except for our basic needs.
6- We should avoid massage and heat applications in the early period after the injury
What Problems Do Ankle Sprains Cause? Could It Cause?
If recovery is not achieved after the first intervention in ankle sprains, problems such as ligament strain, ligament rupture, edema in soft tissues, fracture, joint looseness, cartilage injury and bone edema may occur.
Ankle sprains and related ligament and cartilage injuries are evaluated on a FAZ basis.
PHASE 1: There is no rupture in the ligaments, but stretching is observed and edema occurs around the ligament. During the treatment, an elastic bandage is wrapped around the patient's foot and he is advised to rest. Lift the ankle above heart level for 48 degrees. hour of rest is given. Ice is applied and the application is repeated for 15 minutes every two hours for two days.
Stage 2: The ligaments are partially torn. During the examination, looseness in the ankle is detected. Depending on the degree of injury, partial plaster splints or special ankle braces may be used in the treatment. In this way, the patient's ankle is immobilized and the healing of the ligaments is accelerated. Physiotherapy, edema relievers and painkillers are given. Healing time takes 3-6 weeks.
Stage 3: The ligament is ruptured. The ruptured ligament must be repaired surgically or the ligament must be transplanted from another location. Recovery takes a long time. Post-surgical physical therapy is essential to complete recovery.
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