How to Recover from a Torn Ankle Ligament

Recovery from ankle ligament tears is closely related to the specific degree and location of the tear: 1. Simple minor tears, such as the medial and lateral ligaments, tibiofibular ligaments and other minor tears, do not affect the normal anatomy and stability of the ankle point can be treated conservatively. The use of plaster or support immobilization for 3-4 weeks while elevating the affected limb, with the use of topical ointment, such as blood-activating and pain-relieving ointment, analgesic ointment. Oral blood circulation and blood stasis medication, such as blood circulation and pain relief capsules, while removing the cast to carry out functional exercises, if necessary, for rehabilitation. 2, if more serious ligament tears, especially ligament tears affecting the stability of the joints, conservative treatment can not be restored to the need for surgical treatment, broken ligaments will be connected to a good. At the same time, late functional exercise, avoid smoking during the recovery period, need to actively exercise to prevent muscle atrophy.