The body contains about 1000 ligaments
Ligament sprains are a common complaint and are particularly common in the ankle and knee. However, ligament strain can develop in any other area of the body (shoulder, neck, back, wrist, elbow).
Doctors evaluate ligament tension in three stages, namely:
- First degree - a less serious case, subject to treatment at home. The condition improves within 1 or 2 weeks after self-treatment;
- Second degree - there is a strong strain, a partial rupture of the ligament is diagnosed. The rehabilitation process is long (it takes 1 or 2 months);
- Third degree - a complete disconnection of the ligament, rupture was observed.
Symptoms for a ligament sprain are varied and depend on the extent of the injury.
Basically, the patient complains of:
- Pain and swelling;
- Bruising;
- The joint loses stability.
The main cause of ligament sprain is trauma (sports, accident).
Contact the clinic immediately if you have the following symptoms:
- Strong pain;
- The joint is deep;
- Despite self-treatment at home, the condition did not improve, the pain did not subside;
- Symptoms are unchanged or worsened within 24-48 hours;
- You cannot control the joint, it is not stable;
- Due to the injury, your quality of life has decreased, you can no longer perform your usual activities.
Source:
https://healthcare.utah.edu/orthopaedics/specialties/ligament-sprains
