What is the fastest and most effective way to treat a ligament strain?

There is no fastest and most effective way to treat ligament strains, and the treatment needs to correspond to the patient’s condition. The patient’s condition can be categorized as mild, moderate, or severe, and the treatment modalities adopted are conservative, medication, and surgery. If the patient belongs to mild, cold compresses can be applied within 72 hours, hot compresses after 72 hours, and the injured area should be moved as little as possible; if it is moderate, not only should it be braked and rested, but also anti-inflammatory and pain relieving medicines, such as ibuprofen and celecoxib, etc.; if it is severe, it has to be treated by surgery. Patients should rest and avoid weight bearing on the injured joints. They should also pay attention to a light diet, avoiding foods with strong stimulants, and especially avoiding alcohol. If there is any discomfort, go to the hospital in time, the above drugs need to be used under the guidance of a doctor.