Sprains to ligaments are very common. The injury causes bruising and swelling to develop over the affected area.
Advice for Sprains and Strains
Sprains to ligaments are very common. The injury causes bruising and swelling to develop over the affected area. Commonly pain and discomfort may persist for up to 2 months or more from the time of the injury, but not in such a severe form.
An X-ray is not always necessary for the assessment of your injury.
We recommend that you wear the supporting bandage provided. You can take it off for bed at night and at any other time that you can rest, with the part of you that is injured raised. You must put it back on when you are up and about.
If you have a minor sprain, you can prevent stiffness with gentle exercise. You should take the recommended painkillers regularly to relieve any discomfort.
The application of an ice pack (not directly in contact with the skin) may help to reduce the bruising and swelling.
If the pain persists and we have made no arrangements to see you again, seek the advice of your own GP.
If you are at all concerned, please do not hesitate to contact the department.
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