Sprain can be defined as the stretch or tear of the ligament. Ligaments are the fibrous tissues that connect two or more bones and form a joint. Ligaments are the very soft tissues. The ankles, knees and wrist are more susceptible to sprains. In sprain one or more ligaments can be injured at the same time.
Causes of Sprain
The various causes of sprains are:
- Sudden fall
- A forceful blow to the body
- Twisting
- Stepping on an uneven surface
- Lifting heavy objects
- Over stretching of the ligaments
Home Remedies for Sprain
Application of cold compresses on the area with a bandage is highly beneficial to get relief from pain.
Massaging the area with almond oil and garlic oil is very effective in reducing pain.
Put 1 tablespoon of black coffee in a bandage and bandage the foot sprain. This is a good home remedy for sprain.
Soak outer leaves of cabbage in hot water and wrap around the area with sprain and leave it for 10-15 minutes. This is also one of the good home remedies for sprains.
Soak the sprain area in warm water with few drops of lavender oil. Good Home Remedy for Sprain.
Wrap chopped onions in a muslin cloth and place on the affected area.
A hot Epsom salt bath is also beneficial for relief from pain.
- Hot soured milk
Apply it as a poultice on warm cloth.
- Onion and honey
Mix finely chopped onion with honey and apply on the affected area.
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