How to treat strained shoulder ligaments

Shoulder ligament strains can be treated in the following ways: First, fresh strains should be treated by short-term braking of the shoulder joint, keeping the forearm in a neutral position with suspension and fixation, generally braking for 1-2 weeks will gradually repair the strain. The role of suspension and fixation is to relax the strained ligaments, which helps to relieve pain and repair the ligaments. Second, local cold compress treatment, applicable to acute strains, can eliminate swelling and relieve pain symptoms. Each cold compress time is 20-30 minutes, can be cold compress 6-8 times a day. Thirdly, pain-relieving drugs, such as Cao Wu Jia Su tablets, Piao Qi capsule, Hu Li San capsule, etc.. Treatment with such drugs for 2-4 weeks can promote complete repair of shoulder ligaments and also reduce swelling and pain symptoms, which is extremely beneficial to the patient’s recovery.