Sprains and Strains Treatment

Sprains and Strains Treatment

Sprains and Strains Treatment

Typical indications include pain, muscle spasm, muscle weakness, swelling, inflammation, and cramping. In severe strains, the muscle and/or tendon are partially or completely ruptured, often incapacitating the individual. Some muscle function will be lost with a moderate strain, where the muscle/tendon is overstretched and slightly torn. With a mild strain, the muscle/tendon is stretched or pulled, slightly. The two most common strains that present to Spinal and Sports Care include:

Rest, ice, compression, and elevation act as sprains and strains treatment and will usually help minimise the damage. It is important in all but mild cases for a Sports Chiropractor to evaluate the injury and establish a treatment and rehabilitation plan. A severe sprain or strain may require surgery or immobilisation followed by months of therapy. Mild sprains and strains may require rehabilitation exercises and activity modification during recovery.

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