Common misunderstandings in sprain of ankle and ankle
2016/07/04 16:30:42
Acute injuries to the ankle and foot, such as sprains, dislocations, fractures, infections and other serious injuries, can occur every day. In the event of ankle injury, it is very important to give timely treatment, and should seek timely diagnosis and treatment of ankle and foot physicians.
Here are some misconceptions about ankle injuries.
1. "Because I can move, so it is impossible to have a fracture," this view is wrong, because this idea exists, so that many fractures can not be treated in time. In fact, sometimes even if there are fractures, you can walk. For example, smaller, superficial avulsion fractures of the ankle and foot, and incomplete fractures, are often overlooked.
2. "Toe injury, not immediately necessary treatment" This is wrong: once a fracture occurs, need to pay attention to, if this time taken X-ray, may find some small, no displacement fracture. If there is no professional foot doctor to give treatment, displacement or angulation may occur. In addition, some of the minor fractures were not clearly seen in early X. At this point, it is necessary to review the X rays 7-10 days later. Many patients at this time may be found fracture has been displaced, so the correct way is to ask a podiatrist treatment, and give timely treatment.
3. "If there is a foot and ankle trauma, should be given immediately hot compress" This is wrong: when there is sprain, fracture or dislocation, do not give hot compress, because hot compress will cause blood flow to accelerate, resulting in soft tissue swelling, nerve compression, resulting in deeper pain. Once there is an injury, cold compress should be given immediately. Ice bag can be wrapped in towel and applied to the injured surface. It can prevent tissue swelling and relieve pain. Or, immediately ask a professional foot doctor to check for you. He will give you some better suggestions.
4. "Wrapping a sprained ankle with a soft bandage is an appropriate treatment" This is also a mistake. Soft bandages can not play a strong fixing and supporting role. Ankle sprain usually refers to soft tissue contusion and strain, which requires prompt treatment, X-ray, plaster, splint fixation, or some physical therapy. Surgical treatment may be necessary if necessary.