Unsuccessful landing on one of the legs, a sudden change of direction, getting the foot into a recess on an uneven surface - all this can lead to such results as ruptures of the ligaments of the ankle joint. Although basketball players are currently using an elastic bandage, as well as an ankle designed to fix their legs, such injuries are not uncommon.
Symptoms of Injury
Damage to the ligaments can be both minor and severe. In the first case, the healing process lasts about a week. If a ligament rupture occurs , the disease becomes serious. And to restore health you will need more than one month.
The main symptoms of the injury are: swelling of the leg at the site of injury, the skin acquires a blue tint, the foot may be shifted in any direction, the person experiences severe pain, the movement of the toes becomes difficult.
If it is difficult for the victim to lean on his injured leg, this indicates serious damage to the ankle joint.
Ligament Rupture Treatment
If you get injured, you should immediately consult a qualified professional. In case of severe pain, immediately free your foot from the shoe, cover it with ice packs, and keep it on a raised platform. If the injury is severe (rupture of the ligament), use a tape or tight dressing. Keep them for two to three hours, no more, otherwise the tumor will begin to squeeze healthy 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 dressing, do an ice lotion every hour.
When you have been diagnosed with a ligament rupture, you need to get an anti-inflammatory injection on the same day, and the next day, replace the injections with similar tablets. But do not self-medicate. All appointments should be made by a doctor, taking into account the individual characteristics of the body. In most cases, along with anti-inflammatory therapy, honed massages, the use of ointments "Indovazin", "Lyoton", "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 a natural shade.
Do not forget about x-rays. It will help you determine the complexity of the injury. If blueness and swelling are not observed, in any case, check the condition of the ligamentous apparatus for microtraumas, which can subsequently develop into a disease such as arthrosis.
Recovery activities
Having suffered a ligament rupture, as well as taking the prescribed treatment, your ankle joint needs rehabilitation therapy.
The cycle of exercises possible at home:
1. Movement in space by squeezing and unclenching the finger joints on the legs.
2. Stand on your toes and then lower yourself on your heels. This exercise is recommended to be done at a slow pace.
3. Pull the leg toward you, having previously hung the weight on it.
Gradually switch to slow running, jumping, playing exercises.