With Reflexologist Nuria Weaver
Home Remedies for Sprains
Sprains are the injury that occur due to the over stretching of the ligaments which connect the muscles to the bones. The main function of the ligaments is to hold the bones together. For a matter of fact, sprains occur at the joints- the region where two bones are connected. The level of stretching of the injury varies from a small stretch to a major tear in the ligaments. The minor injury heals within a few weeks time whereas the major tear which makes the link of the bones unstable may take a longer period of time to heal.
Causes of Sprains
The common factors that cause sprains are listed below:
- Overstretching of ligaments and muscles
- Walking or running in an uneven ground
- A fall may also cause sprain
- Wearing high heeled shoes
- Lifting of heavy weights
- Accidents
Symptoms of Sprains
The symptoms and signs differ which depends on the severity of the condition and injury.
- Pain
- Bruising
- Swelling
- Limited ability to move the joint of the affected area
- In addition to the above symptoms you may also feel or hear a pop of the joint.
Sprain and strains
These are common injuries that more or less show similar kind of signs and symptoms and occur in different parts of the body. The sprain involves tearing of the ligaments which is the tough band in the fibrous tissue. Sprains occur in the ankle the most. However, strains involve tearing of the muscles which occurs in the fibrous cord of the tissue. These muscles connect to the bones and mostly occur in the lower back and in the back of the thigh and the hamstring muscle as well.
Tests and diagnose of sprains
The only way to diagnose the problem is through X-rays which determines whether any fracture or any kind of bone injury may have taken place which results in such kind of pains like that of sprains. The extent of injury can also be determined by means of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
There are several drugs and medications for the treatment of sprains but however you can also try some safe and effective home remedies for sprains.
Home Remedies for Sprains using cold compress and black coffee
- A highly beneficial way to relief the pain associated with sprains is by application of cold compress on the affected area and then cover with a bandage. This is useful to relief from any kind of sprain problem.
- Another very simple way to treat the problem is that in the bandage used for sprain add a tablespoon of black coffee. This is an effective method to reduce the sprain problem.
Home Remedies for Sprains using almond and lavender oil
- You can also use almond oil to massage the affected area. Mix an appropriate amount of garlic oil with almond oil and gently massage the area where the sprain has occurred. This is very effective as this reduces the pain associated with sprains.
- One of the common home remedies for sprain is lavender oil. For this you simply have to soak the affected area in a bucket of water along with few drops of lavender oil. This helps to reduce the pain to a greater extent.
Home Remedies for Sprains using cabbage leaves, onions and Epsom salt
- In hot water, soak some outer leaves of cabbage and wrap around the affected area. Leave this for sometime like for instance 10 to 15 minutes. This reduces sprains and also helps in the free movement of the body which may not be possible otherwise for sprain.
- One of the natural ways to treat the sprain area is prepared from onions. Chop the onion and wrap it in muslin cloth which is placed on the sprain area.
- A hot bath can be prepared by adding Epsom salt can reduce the pain associated with sprain. This is one of the old home remedies for sprain. Home Remedies for Sprains using camphor, turpentine and honey
- To massage the area, you can also mix a teaspoon of the camphor oil along with sunflower oil and gently apply on the affected area. This also helps to reduce the pain associated with sprains.
- You can also use a mixture of turpentine and sunflower and apply on the affected area. This is highly beneficial for sprain.
- Honey is also effective for the treatment of sprain. For this chop onions finely and add honey to it and apply on the sprain affected area.
Home Remedies for Sprains using pineapple, ice cold water and turmeric
- The extract of raw pineapple is also effective for the treatment of sprain. However, there are some people who may experience some form of allergy so it is better if they don't use this remedy and try some other home remedies for sprain. Pineapples can help in a great way to reduce the pain and bruising associated with sprain.
- Another simple method to reduce sprain is to dip a clean towel cloth in some cold ice water and use that to tie around the sprained muscle. This is effective because the cold temperature causes the muscle to become numb and help the sprain to reduce.
- Turmeric is also effective for curing sprain pains. For this you simply need to take two teaspoon of turmeric and add in a glass of milk. Mix this well and drink the solution in empty stomach.
Apart from all the home remedies for sprain, consume food rich in minerals and vitamins and a well-balanced diet as this will protect the body and avoid sprains. Nonetheless, drink lots of water and fluid drink preferably lemon juice and orange juice and avoid caffeine food products and chocolates.
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