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It depends on what the injury is and how acute the injury is. In order for tissues to repair themselves they require stresses to help re-shape the collagen, but it is important no to do this too early because it may inhibit the healing process. I would suggest you go see an orthopedic surgeon or a physical therapist for a consultation.
What else can I help you with?
A sprain is an injury to a?
It is either an injury to: a) a ligament b) a muscle c) a tendon
What does ligamentous injury mean?
You tore a ligament.
How is it determined when a patient has a ligament injury?
A patient with a ligament injury will exhibit localized pain, sometimes severe, as soon as the ligament is injured. By contrast, muscle injuries can sometimes lie semi-dormant for a day or two.
Will walking with a torn ligament make it worse?
Walking with a torn ligament can potentially worsen the injury by putting stress on the already damaged ligament and hindering the healing process. It is usually recommended to rest and elevate the affected area to allow for proper healing. If in doubt, it's best to consult a healthcare professional for specific advice.
Does a whiplash injury always involve damage to the anterior longitudinal ligament?
Yes. It does involve damage to the anterior longitudinal ligament. At times axis vertebra gets fractured in such injury.
How serious is an injury involving the tearing of the anterior talocalcaneal ligament?
Tearing ligaments is always very serious. Ligaments are NOT supposed to stretch. Think of it this way - muscles stretch and contract a lot. Tendons connect these muscles to your body, so they need some degree of elasticity but not a lot. Ligaments connect bone to bone and these have absolutely NO elasticity. If you've torn a ligament in your ankle/foot, you should definitely seek professional medical attention because you will need surgery if you want to walk properly again.
What sort of injury's could lead to this in sport?
The posterior /anterior cruciate ligament injury may happen
Bones are classified by whether they are weight bearing or protective in function?
Yes, bones are classified as weight-bearing or protective based on their primary functions. Weight-bearing bones, like those in the legs, support the body's weight and provide structure for movement. Protective bones, such as those in the skull or ribcage, help shield vital organs from injury.
When a ligament is torn what is it called?
When a ligament is torn, it is referred to as a ligament sprain. The severity of the sprain can range from mild (Grade 1) to severe (Grade 3), depending on the extent of the injury. Proper treatment and rehabilitation are important to help repair the torn ligament and regain strength and function.
Will my horses bruised suspensory ligament heal?
If you treat the injury properly it should heal. Seek the help of a qualified veterinarian for instructions for your particular horse and circumstance.
A traumatic injury to a joint involving the ligaments measured in grades.?
A traumatic injury to a joint involving the ligaments is graded based on the severity of the injury. Grade 1 is a mild sprain with slight stretching or microscopic tearing of the ligament. Grade 2 is a moderate sprain with partial tearing of the ligament. Grade 3 is a severe sprain with complete tearing of the ligament, resulting in joint instability.
What if couple months ago you were standing and turned and felt a pop in your knee there is lots of pain with weight bearing putting all weight on that knee and it burned when knelt down?
First guess is a torn ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) --- sharp turns and falling are classic mechanisms for this injury. While connective tissue injuries MAY heal on their own, it's not common. Find a good sports med doc -- and orthopedic surgeon and get some images of the injury in order to see what you're up against.
