Sprained Ankle Can Generally Be Treated Through General Treatment, Medication, and Moxibustion.
1. General Treatment: After spraining the ankle, the patient should immediately elevate the foot to avoid stepping on it, which can reduce further damage to the ankle. At the same time, apply a cold towel or ice pack to the affected area to help reduce swelling. After 24 hours, a warm towel can be applied locally to help promote local blood circulation and, to some extent, reduce swelling.
2. Medication: Under the guidance of a doctor, medication that promotes blood circulation to remove blood stasis can also be taken to help improve symptoms, such as Huli San Capsule, Jiegu Qili Tablet, and external use of Yunnan Baiyao Aerosol. Before medication, patients must use drugs according to their own conditions and follow the doctor's advice. Patients should not use drugs blindly to avoid improper medication that may harm their health.
3. Moxibustion Treatment: Moxibustion can usually relieve pain, promote blood circulation to remove blood stasis, and relax muscles and improve flexibility. If the patient's sprained ankle symptoms are mild, with only slight swelling and ankle bruises, moxibustion can usually be used to promote local blood circulation and help improve pain and swelling symptoms. Besides the above methods, if the sprained ankle is severe, medical treatment should be sought promptly, and surgical intervention can be considered if necessary, as advised by the doctor.
