Question 1

can a torn ligament heal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Soft tissues like ligaments can heal on their own, usually in 3-6 weeks, however they may need to be immobilized or protected while healing and rehabilitated after healing.

Question 2

are torn ligaments able to heal on their own?

Accepted Answer

Some do: Some ligaments such as the medial collateral ligament (mcl) of the knee and ankle ligaments can heal on their own.  Other ligaments such as the anterior cruciate ligament (acl) of the knee does not have the capacity to heal. Surgical reconstruction is needed in carefully indicated patients.

Question 3

any advice on what i should take to help a torn ligament heal?

Accepted Answer

Healthy diet : There is no particular supplement or medication that has been shown to promote ligament healing. That being said, a healthy diet focused on lean and low fat protein sources, plenty of fruits and vegetables and sufficient amounts if water should put your body in the best environment to heal.

Question 4

does a partial tear of the anterior tulofibular ligament heal itself?

Accepted Answer

Tear of ATFL: With appropriate immobilization , bracing and rehabilitation it should heal in majority of cases.

Question 5

how long is it supposed to it take for a strained or stretched ligament to heal?

Accepted Answer

Easy does it: A strain is when a ligament or tendon is injured by overstretching. There may be minimal or quite a bit of damage to it. Inflammation (redness, warmth, tenderness, and swelling) occurs as a natural healing process. The key is to minimize further damage while keeping the area flexible and mobile. Ice massage (24-36 hours), compression and elevation are the keys to maximize healing.

Question 6

can a ligament in the clitoris rip causing it to get smaller then its normal size and will it heal?plus experiencing a little discomfort and some pain

Accepted Answer

Yes, but unusual: There is a ligament which helps to hold the clitoris in its usual position and it can be injured.  It would be unusual for injury to occur in any sort of non-traumatic setting.  I would strongly recommend seeing an OB/GYN for direct evaluation and additional advice if needed.

Question 7

how can i heal a ligament injury?

Accepted Answer

Rest, immobilze: I would recommend you rest and limit any
exacerbating activities
sometimes ice, nsaids, and splint
immobilization can help the affected 
ligament to heal
some can take 4-6 weeks to heal.

Question 8

what can help heal a ligament injury?

Accepted Answer

Rest: Generally rest, warm compresses! over the counter meds like Aspirin or advil (ibuprofen) if tolerated and gentle stretching of the involved joint.

Question 9

does superior glenohumeral ligament heal?

Accepted Answer

It depends.: Have yourself checked by a sports medicine shoulder surgeon. There are several entities within the shoulder that this can be confused with, so you want to make sure you're getting an accurate diagnosis.

Question 10

can stretching help heal a sprained ligament?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Stretching exercise help a lot in healing the muscles and ligament.

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