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A sprain is an injury to the band ie ligament, which connects two or more bones to a joint. A sprain is usually caused by the joint being forced suddenly outside its usual range of movement and the inelastic fibres are stretched through too great a range. A severe sprain may look and feel like a break (fracture), and it can be difficult for health professionals to tell the difference between the two<ref name=":0">Patient [https://patient.info/bones-joints-muscles/sports-injuries/sprains-and-strains Sprains and Strains] 2018. Available from: https://patient.info/bones-joints-muscles/sports-injuries/sprains-and-strains (last accessed 5.12.2019)</ref>. The image shows an example of a sprain of the ankle. | A sprain is an injury to the band ie ligament, which connects two or more bones to a joint. A sprain is usually caused by the joint being forced suddenly outside its usual range of movement and the inelastic fibres are stretched through too great a range. A severe sprain may look and feel like a break (fracture), and it can be difficult for health professionals to tell the difference between the two<ref name=":0">Patient [https://patient.info/bones-joints-muscles/sports-injuries/sprains-and-strains Sprains and Strains] 2018. Available from: https://patient.info/bones-joints-muscles/sports-injuries/sprains-and-strains (last accessed 5.12.2019)</ref>. The image shows an example of a sprain of the ankle. | ||
== Grades of Injury == | |||
A sprain can range from mild (tearing of just a few fibres) to severe (complete rupture of the ligament, leading to joint instability). | A sprain can range from mild (tearing of just a few fibres) to severe (complete rupture of the ligament, leading to joint instability). | ||
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The below video gives a brief overview of ligament sprains. | The below video gives a brief overview of ligament sprains. | ||
{{#ev:youtube|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Gqw9aCMvwE&app=desktop|width}}<ref>WS Westford Ligament tear Available from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Gqw9aCMvwE&app=desktop (last accessed 5.12.2019)</ref> | {{#ev:youtube|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Gqw9aCMvwE&app=desktop|width}}<ref>WS Westford Ligament tear Available from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Gqw9aCMvwE&app=desktop (last accessed 5.12.2019)</ref> | ||
== Physiotherapy == | |||
Management of ligament sprains includes first aid immediately post-injury ([[RICE]]). | Management of ligament sprains includes first aid immediately post-injury ([[RICE]]). | ||
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A moderate or severe sprain, particularly of the ankle, may require a hard cast may be applied. Severe sprains may require surgery to repair or reconstruct the torn ligaments. Surgery is usually performed by an orthopaedic surgeon.<ref name=":0" /> | A moderate or severe sprain, particularly of the ankle, may require a hard cast may be applied. Severe sprains may require surgery to repair or reconstruct the torn ligaments. Surgery is usually performed by an orthopaedic surgeon.<ref name=":0" /> | ||
== Medications == | |||
The following medicines may be prescribed<ref name=":0" /> | The following medicines may be prescribed<ref name=":0" /> | ||
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Rub-on (topical) anti-inflammatory painkillers. Some studies suggest that they may be as good as tablets for treating sprains. Other studies suggest they are no better than an embrocation. However, the amount of the medicine that gets into the bloodstream is much less than with tablets, and there is less risk of side-effects. | Rub-on (topical) anti-inflammatory painkillers. Some studies suggest that they may be as good as tablets for treating sprains. Other studies suggest they are no better than an embrocation. However, the amount of the medicine that gets into the bloodstream is much less than with tablets, and there is less risk of side-effects. | ||
== Common Ligament Injuries == | |||
Include<ref name=":1" />: | |||
Knee Ligament Injuries | |||
* Knee Ligament Injuries | * Knee Ligament Injuries | ||
* ACL Injury | * ACL Injury | ||
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* Patella Dislocation | * Patella Dislocation | ||
* Superior Tibiofibular Joint Sprain | * Superior Tibiofibular Joint Sprain | ||
Ankle Ligament Injuries | |||
* Sprained Ankle | * Sprained Ankle | ||
* High Ankle Sprain | * High Ankle Sprain | ||
Shoulder Ligament Injuries | |||
* AC Joint Injury | * AC Joint Injury | ||
* Dislocated Shoulder | * Dislocated Shoulder | ||
Wrist & Hand Ligament Injuries | |||
* Thumb Sprain | * Thumb Sprain | ||
* Finger Sprain | * Finger Sprain | ||
Spinal Ligament Injuries | |||
* Back Ligament Sprain | * Back Ligament Sprain | ||
* Neck Sprain | * Neck Sprain | ||
* Text Neck | * Text Neck | ||
* Whiplash | * Whiplash | ||
Compare to '''[[Muscle Strain|muscle strain]]''' | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
Revision as of 11:19, 5 December 2019
Original Editor - Rachael Lowe
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
A sprain is an injury to the band ie ligament, which connects two or more bones to a joint. A sprain is usually caused by the joint being forced suddenly outside its usual range of movement and the inelastic fibres are stretched through too great a range. A severe sprain may look and feel like a break (fracture), and it can be difficult for health professionals to tell the difference between the two[1]. The image shows an example of a sprain of the ankle.
Grades of Injury[edit | edit source]
A sprain can range from mild (tearing of just a few fibres) to severe (complete rupture of the ligament, leading to joint instability).
The severity of a sprain is graded according to how badly the ligament has been damaged and whether or not the joint has been made unstable. The joint can become unstable when the damaged ligament is no longer able to give it the normal support[1]:
- Grade I - mild stretching of the ligament without joint instability.
- Grade II - partial tear (rupture) of the ligament but without joint instability (or with mild instability).
- Grade III - a severe sprain: complete rupture of the ligament with instability of the joint.
Mild to moderate sprains are treated conservatively and normally heal after 6 weeks.
The below video gives a brief overview of ligament sprains.
Physiotherapy[edit | edit source]
Management of ligament sprains includes first aid immediately post-injury (RICE).
Aims are then[3]
- Prevent abnormal scar tissue formation, joint stiffness, muscle weakness and restore proprioceptive deficits
- Relieving pain via joint mobility techniques, soft tissue massage, electrotherapy etc
- Improving scar tissue quality using techniques to guide the direction it forms
- Loosening or strengthening of injured region with individually prescribed exercises and techniques
- Improving performance when client returns to sport, work or simply daily life
- Correct any biomechanical faults that may be affecting movement, technique or predisposing client to injury.
The amount of rehabilitation and the time needed for full recovery after a sprain or strain depend on the severity of the injury and individual rates of healing. Eg a moderate ankle sprain may require 3 to 6 weeks of rehabilitation before a person can return to full activity. A severe sprain can take 8 to 12 months before the ligament is fully healed. Extra care should be taken to avoid re-injury.
See individual page in physiopedia for a particular ligament injury treatment. eg ACL injury, Medial collateral knee injury, Ankle Sprain, Shoulder Instability,
A moderate or severe sprain, particularly of the ankle, may require a hard cast may be applied. Severe sprains may require surgery to repair or reconstruct the torn ligaments. Surgery is usually performed by an orthopaedic surgeon.[1]
Medications[edit | edit source]
The following medicines may be prescribed[1]
Paracetamol is useful to ease pain (best taken regularly, for a few days or so, rather than every now and then). If the pain is more severe, stronger painkillers such as codeine, is sometimes prescribed.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can relieve pain and may also limit inflammation and swelling.
Rub-on (topical) anti-inflammatory painkillers. Some studies suggest that they may be as good as tablets for treating sprains. Other studies suggest they are no better than an embrocation. However, the amount of the medicine that gets into the bloodstream is much less than with tablets, and there is less risk of side-effects.
Common Ligament Injuries[edit | edit source]
Include[3]:
Knee Ligament Injuries
- Knee Ligament Injuries
- ACL Injury
- PCL Injury
- MCL Sprain
- LCL Sprain
- Posterolateral Corner Injury
- Patella Dislocation
- Superior Tibiofibular Joint Sprain
Ankle Ligament Injuries
- Sprained Ankle
- High Ankle Sprain
Shoulder Ligament Injuries
- AC Joint Injury
- Dislocated Shoulder
Wrist & Hand Ligament Injuries
- Thumb Sprain
- Finger Sprain
Spinal Ligament Injuries
- Back Ligament Sprain
- Neck Sprain
- Text Neck
- Whiplash
Compare to muscle strain
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Patient Sprains and Strains 2018. Available from: https://patient.info/bones-joints-muscles/sports-injuries/sprains-and-strains (last accessed 5.12.2019)
- ↑ WS Westford Ligament tear Available from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Gqw9aCMvwE&app=desktop (last accessed 5.12.2019)
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Physioworks What to do after a Muscle Strain or Ligament Sprain? Available from: https://physioworks.com.au/treatments-1/what-to-do-after-a-muscle-strain-or-ligament-sprain (last accessed 5.12.2019)
