Measures to speed up the healing of foot sprains include physical therapy, immobilization and braking, and topical medication.
1. Physiotherapy: cold compresses can be used within 24 hours after a foot sprain to reduce local tissue exudation and bleeding, and avoid further aggravation of swelling; hot compresses can be applied after 48 hours to accelerate blood circulation, promote the absorption of oedema, and accelerate healing.
2. Fixation and braking: after a foot sprain, the affected limb should be fixed, reduce the activity to avoid aggravating the tissue damage. Depending on the situation, you can take plaster fixation or wear protective boots. Appropriate elevation of the affected limb at night to promote the venous return of the lower limbs and reduce tissue exudation.
3. Topical medication: you can use some topical bruise medication to promote tissue repair and healing, such as Yunnan Baiyao aerosol, safflower oil and so on. The medication should follow the doctor’s instructions.
Sprained foot suggests that patients go to the hospital as soon as possible, X-ray examination to rule out fracture or joint dislocation can be taken to promote healing of the above measures, but also under the guidance of a professional doctor to carry out the corresponding treatment.