What to do about loose ankle ligaments

Ankle ligament laxity needs to be treated according to the degree of laxity, which generally includes local immobilization, exercise, medication as well as surgical treatment. 1. If the laxity of ankle ligaments is mild: conservative treatment is the main focus, pay attention to rest, reduce the activities of the affected side of the ankle joint, wear a brace if necessary, strengthen the strength of the muscles around the ankle joint, local ligament tension, and improve the stability of the ankle joint. When accompanied by pain, anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs such as Solufen sodium and Celecoxib can be taken to relieve the pain, and when accompanied by swelling, physiotherapy such as hot compresses can be taken. 2. If the laxity of ankle ligament is more serious: due to the laxity of ankle ligament, the stability of ankle joint decreases, which may easily lead to ankle trauma, it is recommended to carry out surgical treatment in time to rebuild the ligament’s elasticity and structure, and then give the immobilization, swelling and other treatments after the operation. Patients with lax ankle ligaments are recommended to go to the hospital in time, early and regular treatment to avoid adverse consequences, do not blindly use drugs.