Should I Rest if I Have a Sprained Ankle Ligament?

The ankle generally refers to the talar joint. When the ankle ligaments are strained, rest is generally required to accelerate recovery. Vigorous exercise should not be performed arbitrarily. After ankle ligament strain, symptoms can be improved by bed rest. After ligament strain, edema and bleeding may occur around the muscles. Getting out of bed and walking with a load at this time may aggravate the condition. Therefore, strict bed rest is necessary to avoid stimulating the ligaments after exercise. If the patient only has mild ligament strain with local pain and swelling, local physical therapy can be performed to relieve pain. In cases of severe strains, such as avulsion fractures and joint dislocations, plaster fixation should be selected, and surgical treatment may be necessary. After ankle injury, more attention should be paid to protecting the joints and ligaments to prevent religament strain. Patients can also use medications under a doctor's diagnosis, such as Ibuprofen Sustained Release Capsules and Diclofenac Sodium Tablets, to reduce local inflammatory reactions and promote blood circulation. During the recovery period, heavy physical labor should be avoided, and the diet should be mainly light foods, avoiding oily, stimulating, and other foods. Arbitrary local massage should also be avoided.