Question 1

soft tissue and ligament strain, do i need crutches?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you have no significant pain with weightbearing and no fractures are present then you could weight bear as tolerated. Discuss with your doctor as he knows the details.

Question 2

can resting to much be bad for strained si ligaments?

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In a way: Resting too much can cause muscle atrophy and decrease the chances of improving the strain.  It would be best for you to get a certified physical therapist to evaluate you and start you on an exercise program to increase your chances of having the best outcomes and  recovery from your strained ligament.  Good luck.

Question 3

how can you diagnose an si ligament strain?

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Check out this link.: Best wishes!  http://www.Spine-health.Com/conditions/sacroiliac-joint-dysfunction/all-about-sacroiliitis.

Question 4

how can i stop the buring pain from a strained a ligament in my knee?

Accepted Answer

See an orthopedist: Are you sure that is all you did? This needs an orthopedic evaluation and imaging such as an MRI may need to be done to determine full extent of the injury.

Question 5

strained ligaments lower back from repetitive bending/twisting at work. im modifying what im doing. if i continue to work can this become permanent?

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Possibly: It is possible that if you continue to strain your lower back.  Then yes over time this could become permanent. You could speak to an occupational therapist in regards to techniques to help prevent this strain while at the same time keep your job.  Since your Canadian go to your regular doctor to be referred to a good occupational therapist.

Question 6

could massage help heal a chronic si ligament strain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I do believe massage will offer some benefit in the healing.

Question 7

what to do for a knee that had a strained ligament back in september and got better and now it's starting to hurt again?

Accepted Answer

More injury??: Have you reinjured it?  If not, check you shoes for abnormal wear  and correct it or change your activity to something less stressful to knee joints

Question 8

how can i treat strained ankle ligament?

Accepted Answer

Strain: The usual recommendation is rest ice compression and elevation ( as needed ) or RICE .   However , see a podiatrist to be sure it is just a strain ....

Question 9

how can i heal a strained ankle ligament?

Accepted Answer

R.I.C.E.: Rest, ice initially and later heat, compression( ace bandage, taping brace etc) and elevation.

Question 10

how do i rehab a knee ligament strain?

Accepted Answer

Strengthening: Most rehab protocols for knees involve stretching an strengthening of the quad muscles (front of thigh).  These muscles combine to form the thick band of ligaments that go over the kneecap and stabilize the joints.

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