Tendon rupture is a common sports injury that brings great distress to the patient's life and work. This article will detail how to recover from a ruptured tendon to help patients take better care of themselves and regain their health.
1. Overview of tendon rupture.
Tendons are fibrous tissues that connect muscles and bones and their role is to transmit muscle force and control joint motion. Rupture can occur when the tendon is subjected to external force or overuse. Symptoms of tendon rupture include pain, swelling, limited movement, etc.
2. Recovery methods for tendon rupture.
1. Rest: First of all, patients need to rest enough to avoid overuse of the injured tendon. Rest helps reduce pain and swelling, creating good conditions for recovery.
2. Cold and hot compresses: In the early stage of injury, applying cold compresses for 15-20 minutes every 2-3 hours can help reduce inflammation and relieve pain. During the recovery period, you can try warm compresses to promote blood circulation and speed up recovery.
3. Medications**: Over-the-counter drugs can reduce pain and inflammation. Doctors can also prescribe medications to relieve pain more effectively.
4. Physics: Physicists can help patients with training, including joint range of motion training, Xi muscle strength training, etc. These exercises help restore tendon function and reduce complications.
5. Surgery**: For severe tendon rupture, surgery may be required**. After the surgery, the patient needs to follow the doctor's advice for ** training to promote wound healing and functional recovery.
3. Precautions.
1. Patients should follow the doctor's advice during the recovery process, and do not judge the condition or change the ** plan by themselves.
2. Maintain a positive mindset and believe that you can recover your health.
3. Pay attention to protect the injured part during the recovery process to avoid re-injury.
In conclusion, recovery from tendon rupture requires patience and a scientific approach. With rest, cold and heat, medications, physics, and surgery, patients can effectively reduce symptoms such as pain, swelling, and limited mobility, and regain their health. However, patients need to follow the doctor's advice to train and protect the injured area to avoid re-injury.