What is Treatment for Torn Ligaments?
Treatment of ligament rupture is not recommended to be carried out independently - at home without examination by a doctor. You can follow the instructions and prescriptions of a specialist from the OSTEO POLY CLINIC medical center outside the hospital, but consultation and examination are required first. Traumatologists, surgeons, orthopedists - these are the doctors who diagnose and treat ligaments. Specific therapy will depend on the location and level of ligament damage.
What are ligaments
Ligaments are many collagen and elastic fibers of connective tissue. Strength depends on the former, and elasticity and elasticity on the latter. In appearance, the ligament resembles a strong tourniquet or belt. The functions of the ligaments include:
- strengthening bone joints;
- inhibition and direction of movements in the joint;
- support of internal organs in a stable stationary state.
When ligaments are damaged, disturbances of varying degrees and nature are observed. For example, even a minor rupture of the tibiofibular ligaments causes difficulty walking. With more serious injuries, displacement of those internal organs that were held by this ligament is possible.
Localization of injury
More often, the external or internal lateral (lateral), anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments of the knee are subject to ruptures.
The location of the injury depends on the strength and direction of the excessive mechanical force applied to the knee:
- in a side impact, the lateral ligaments are more often damaged;
- with excessive knee flexion - anterior cruciate;
- with excessive extension - posterior lateral.
The doctor makes the initial conclusion about the extent of the injury and the location of the injury based on questioning the patient about the circumstances of the injury.
Signs of ligament rupture
This problem has several varieties. Ligament tears are classified according to severity.
1. Partial rupture (individual fibers are torn, which is popularly called a sprain, although the length of the ligaments has unchanged parameters). This is the easiest type of such injuries. In this case, the person experiences pain at the site of injury, there may be some loss of sensitivity and limited mobility of the affected area. Swelling of tissues to a slight extent.
2. Ligament tear (a large number of fibers are torn). A more severe pain syndrome is observed, a mini-hematoma is formed, and joint movement is difficult.
3. Complete rupture (the ligament is torn off entirely from the place of attachment to the organ or is torn into two halves). Such cases are much less common. With a complete rupture of the ligaments, patients complain of acute pain, extremely difficult movement of the injured limb, and sometimes complete immobility.
So, for example, with a complete rupture of the outer ligament of the knee, the joint seems to be loose and does not function.
In addition to the above symptoms, such injuries may be accompanied by a local increase in temperature, tingling, bruising, redness of the skin, numbness, and a visual change in the contour of the joint (the site of injury swells).
What are the dangers of a tendon rupture?
If signs of damage to the tendon apparatus are not noticed in time and treatment is not started, complications may arise (fatty breakdown of the tendon, thickening of the ends of the muscles, disorientation of the tendon fibers, disruption of the biomechanics of the joint). Therefore, if you are injured, you should seek medical help.38, 64
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Causes of ligament ruptures
Ruptures of elastic and collagen fibers can occur for various reasons. The most common injuries are:
- rupture of knee ligaments (athletes are at particular risk);
- rupture of ankle ligaments (domestic injuries);
- rupture of the ligaments of the wrist and shoulder joint (physical work, lifting weights).
The common causes of such injuries are, as a rule, awkward and unusual movements for a given joint, sharp bending or twisting.
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How to cure ligaments? They are elastic cords that perform the function of connecting bones. The body also needs them to regulate the motor activity of the limb. Without these strands it is impossible to direct movement, brake or accelerate. In the presence of diseases, the performance of these functions is disrupted, and the patient needs medical care. Self-medication at home can cause adverse consequences, especially in advanced cases. That is why it is better to contact a traumatologist.
Factors that can cause ligament rupture
The ankle is an area that is subject to constant stress when walking and almost any sport. Therefore, ankle ligament ruptures are widespread. The ligaments located here are very sensitive and vulnerable. During training, rotational injuries of the ankle ligaments very often occur.
As for everyday situations, many of us in everyday life have had to deal with such a problem as ruptured ligaments in this area. One awkward movement - and my leg twisted. Such cases have probably happened to everyone in life, but the consequences are different for everyone. Some will get away with a slight fright, others will receive serious injury. And the point here is not only in the strength of the impact, but also in the characteristics of the body.
In many ways, the degree of rupture depends on the provoking factors:
- the presence of flat feet or club feet;
- excess weight;
- previous ankle injuries;
- age-related degenerations (as a consequence - poor blood supply);
- wearing tight, uncomfortable shoes (women often twist their ankles due to high heels and, as a result, suffer ligament damage).
The knee is the part of the limb that suffers the most from jumping, bad landings, and impacts to the hips and shins. Active, extreme sports often lead to such injuries. You should know that these types of ruptures threaten to result in arthritis or arthrosis.
The shoulders and elbow suffer the most under increased loads of the same type: regular heavy lifting, for example. Ligaments in the joints of these areas also often rupture when falling on the hand.
Specialists at the OSTEO POLY CLINIC point out that smoking and other bad habits that impair the flow of blood and nutrients are negative factors that can increase the risk of ligament damage.
Muscle weakness caused by age-related changes or frequent use of corticosteroids also has a detrimental effect on the condition of joints and ligaments.
A fact that requires special mention is the presence of osteophytes, which can cause ligament ruptures. These are bone growths that occur after 40-45 years, the sharp edges of which cut the ligaments and provoke a rupture.
Anatomical features
From a medical point of view, knee sprains require recovery due to the severe muscle spasm that occurs immediately during the injury. Damage to any of the bones will lead to the development of joint disease. Some injuries immediately manifest themselves as unbearable pain. But it also happens that a person continues to lead an active lifestyle, ignoring alarming symptoms, thereby aggravating his condition. Treatment in this case will be longer; it is difficult to guarantee a 100% positive result even for the best specialists. Therefore, if the slightest symptoms appear and suspicions that recovery is required after a sprained knee joint, it is better to immediately contact Dr. Glazkov’s clinic in Moscow. Here, patients will be given an accurate diagnosis and, based on the data obtained, qualified treatment will be prescribed.
Diagnosis of ligament rupture
Although the symptoms of the problem are pronounced, only a doctor can determine the extent of the damage. Treatment directly depends on the severity of the rupture. And successful recovery is only possible in the case of a professionally established diagnosis. In many cases, inspection and palpation are sufficient for this.
In difficult situations, additional examinations are prescribed:
- MRI;
- x-ray of the area;
- Ultrasound.
It is strongly recommended not to self-medicate and not to delay visiting a doctor. If the ligaments, the rupture of which has not been fully healed, are subjected to stress or, even worse, injured again, there is a huge risk of being left with a completely immobilized limb. There are cases where, due to incorrect diagnosis and poor-quality treatment, it was not possible to restore the elasticity and strength of the joint due to a ruptured ligament, which over time brought the patient under the surgeon’s knife. To avoid the need for surgical intervention, you should visit the emergency room or the OSTEO POLY CLINIC as soon as possible, where you will be seen at any convenient time.
Our medical center employs highly qualified practitioners with many years of experience and successful experience in restoring patients after ligament rupture. Call and make an appointment or leave applications on the website.
We have the most modern treatment methods, competent doctors and reasonable prices for services. In addition, our medical center cooperates with many high-tech medical institutions, where you can undergo not only a full examination, but also receive prompt surgical care.
Symptoms of torn ligaments in the leg
Symptoms of torn ligaments in the leg vary . But the symptom of pain comes to the fore. The pain from torn ligaments is very strong and intense. More often, it does not go away for a long time, and when you try to move the affected limb, it only intensifies. This is the first complaint that makes the patient think about the seriousness of the disease and consult a doctor.
Other symptoms of torn ligaments include:
- The appearance of swelling in the area of the affected joint;
- Redness of the sore joint;
- Inability to perform normal movements in the affected joint, i.e. violation of its function;
- The appearance of a crunch in the joint.
Because of the pain resulting from a ligament rupture, patients try to limit all possible movements of the affected joint and consult a specialist as soon as possible.
Surgery to restore torn ligaments in the leg is carried out free of charge as part of the VMP
If there are medical indications and there are referral quotas, our center performs operations using funds allocated under the program for the provision of high-tech medical care (HTMC)
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Treatment of ligament rupture
First aid when a ligament rupture occurs is to ensure the joint remains immobile. This can be done using an elastic bandage or support; for serious injuries, plaster casts are applied.
Next, cold exposure is applied to relieve symptoms (pain, swelling, hematoma). Apply ice to the damaged area for no more than 15 minutes at a time. The procedure can be repeated many times during the day.
Heat treatment can be used only after the first two days after ligament rupture. To do this, use heated sand, alcohol compresses, and warming ointments (provided that the skin does not have open wounds).
Concomitant therapy:
- painkillers;
- anti-inflammatory ointments and tablets;
- taking supplements for joints and ligaments;
- physiotherapy, exercise therapy.
The success and efficiency of treatment for minor ruptures depends on how accurately you follow the doctor’s instructions and ensure rest for the limb.
Severe ligament injuries require a long period of rehabilitation, preferably in a sanatorium or in a good medical center. For example, in our clinic you will receive a full range of services in this area and will be able to recover from a ligament rupture easily and without consequences. For the best tissue regeneration, we provide gentle, strengthening procedures, massage, manual therapy, etc.
Remember that in difficult cases, the fibers of the ligaments may not grow together, and then they will have to be surgically sewn together or implants placed. To avoid this, at the first alarming signs of ligament rupture, entrust the problem to professionals.
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If you have such signs, you should immediately make an appointment with a specialist. Inaction will worsen the situation and make treatment longer and more difficult. During the diagnosis, doctors at Dr. Glazkov’s clinic will find out the cause of the disease and select qualified therapy, taking into account the characteristics of a particular patient.