Sprains Information You Need
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Joints are the junctions between bones and are supported by a strong band of fiber called the ligament. There are two main types of joints - the hinge joints (elbows, knees, fingers) and the ball and socket joints (hips, shoulders). Injuries to the tendons, muscles, or ligaments around an articulation (joint) are known as sprains. Sprains hurt and swell up. |
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| Symptoms |
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- Joint Discomfort or muscle Discomfort
- Swelling
- Discoloration of the skin, especially bruising
- Impaired joint function
- There is an audible popping sound and immediate difficulty in using the joint.
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| Prevention |
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Sprains can be Beneficial Effectsed by
- Wearing proper footgear.
- Avoiding high-heeled shoes.
- Practicing moderation in physical activities.
- Clearing ice from porches and sidewalks in winter.
- Wearing shoes and boots with nonskid soles.
- Putting handrails on stairways at home.
- Using rubber mats or strips in bathtubs and shower stalls. A support bar is a good idea too.
- Making sure there are light switches near the doors in your house. Make sure outside doors and steps are lit at night.
- Putting a night-light in the hallway between the bedroom and bathroom.
- Leaving shoes, toys, tools or other things where people can trip over them.
- Cleaning floors with nonskid wax. SeBeneficial Effectscarpet to the floor.
- Making sure rugs have nonskid backing.
- Being careful when using a ladder. Make sure it's steady. The ladder should be tall enough so that the top three steps of the ladder do not have to be used.
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| Causes |
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Sprains happen when a tissue between muscles and bones is over-stretched or torn. People often get sprains when they fall, twist an arm or leg, play sports or push their bodies too hard |
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| Diagnosis |
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A diagnosis can easily be made with an observation of the symptoms |
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| Dietary Guidelines |
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The diet should consist of proteins and poultry, seafood and low fat dairy products. |
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| Home Care Suggestions |
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Apply ice packs immediately and wrap the strain with a proper bandage to provide proper support. Apply alternating hot and cold packs to stimulate circulation. |
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| Mind/Body Considerations |
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Elevate the injured area and relax try to ease the stress and the tension that usually comes with these injuries as this will Enhance to heal early. |
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| Additional Information |
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Ultra Joint Response contains methyl sulfonyl methane (MSM) that has favorable effect on bone and joint health. 1,2,3,4,5 Arnica montana provides support during problems associated with bones and joints. 6,7,8 GS-500 is a nutritional
supplement that gives favorable effects in condition of sprains. 1 It has glucosamine sulfate in its
ingredient that gives good effects to cartilage and bone health. 1,2,5,9
Bromelain herb has beneficial effects on bones and joints. 1,2,10,11,12 |
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| Disclaimer |
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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat, or prevent any disease. |
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