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Joint and Ligament Sprains
What are Joint and Ligament Sprains?
A joint or ligament sprain occurs when a ligament is overstretched or torn, often as a result of a sudden twist, fall, or impact. Sprains commonly affect the ankle, knee, wrist, or shoulder and can range in severity from mild to severe, causing pain, swelling, and limited mobility.
Symptoms of Joint and Ligament Sprains
- Pain, especially when moving or bearing weight
- Swelling and bruising around the affected joint
- Limited range of motion and stiffness in the joint
- Instability or a feeling of weakness in the joint
- Tenderness when touched or pressed on the sprained area
- In severe cases, inability to bear weight or use the joint
How Osteopathy Can Help
At Forme, we focus on restoring function, reducing pain, and promoting healing through gentle hands-on techniques aimed at addressing both the affected joint and the surrounding tissues.
Using gentle hands-on techniques such as:
- Restoring proper joint alignment and mobility to ensure the joint moves freely and without pain
- •Reducing swelling and inflammation through improved circulation and lymphatic drainage
- Releasing muscle tension around the injured joint to reduce strain and promote healing
- Strengthening the muscles and ligaments around the joint to enhance stability and prevent re-injury
- Offering exercises to increase range of motion and rebuild strength in the affected area
- Educating on proper movement techniques and supportive strategies to reduce further stress on the injured joint
- Supporting the healing process through soft tissue manipulation and gentle mobilization
- Reducing compensatory movement patterns that may affect other areas of the body
Osteopathy helps joint and ligament sprains by improving mobility, reducing pain, and supporting the body’s natural healing processes to restore strength and function to the injured area.