What Is the Treatment for Strains and Sprains?
Doctors who treat strains and sprains use the expression "RICE DIETS" to describe the steps required for healing. The "RICE" part of the term refers more to first-aid practices, whereas "DIETS" refers to more definitive therapies performed by or under doctor's supervision.
* R: Rest. The amount of rest depends on the degree of injury.
* I: Ice. Ice causes blood vessels to constrict (get small) which helps reduce inflammation.
* C: Compression. Bandages and wraps play a role in reducing pain and swelling, and in helping ruptured small blood vessels to heal more quickly.
* E: Elevation. Lifting the injured area above level of the heart helps keep swelling down and blood from pooling in the area of damage.
* D: Drugs. Doctors may recommend the use of aspirin, ibuprofen, or other anti-inflammatory medications during the first few days after the injury.
* I: Incision, drainage, and injection. Third-degree sprains sometimes require these procedures.
* E: Exercise. Patients may be taught how to do certain leg exercises that will help them after their injuries.
* T:Therapy. Patients may benefit greatly from physical therapy to get the injured part of the body back in use without hurting it again.
* S: Surgery. A bad strain or sprain may need surgery to repair damaged tissuc or fractured (broken) bones.
Can Strains or Sprains Be Prevented?
Many strains and sprains can be avoided. Precautions at home include the following:
* Clearing ice away from porches, steps, and sidewalks
* Wearing shoes and boots with nonskid soles
* Holding hand rails on stairways
* Using rubber mats in tubs and shower stalls
* Choosing rugs with nonskid backing
* Making sure night-time entrances have adequate lighting
* Keeping a night light or wall light on between the bedroom and the bathroom
* Keeping tools, toys, and other items away from places where people can trip over them
* Ensuring that ladders are steady when they are used
Rules for athletes include starting slowly, stretching frequently, and always remembering to warm up and cool down before and after strenuous exercise.
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