Traditional and Modern Rehabilitation Therapies of Ankle Sprains

Abstract

The ankle joint is one of the main weight-bearing joints of the body. In the joint sprains, ankle sprains are the most familiar type. The ankle sprain is a damage to the ligaments surrounding the ankle joint and is commonly seen in athletes, paratroopers, sports enthusiasts and other groups. In the last few years, many researchers have executed studies on the treatment of ankle sprains, but there are still relatively few studies that summarize the discussion of ankle sprain treatment methods. This article presents the efficacy of traditional and modern rehabilitation therapy in ankle sprains by summarizing previous studies, aiming to promote the development of ankle sprain treatment research. Traditional rehabilitation treatment for ankle sprains includes tuina, acupuncture, fire pot and Chinese herbs-related treatment. Tuina therapy is conducive to peeling off adhesions, regenerating tendons and promoting the repair of damaged muscle tissues. Acupuncture can promote metabolism, accelerate absorption, and relieve the stimulation of various metabolic products on the sprained area. Modern rehabilitation therapies include physiotherapy, exercise, manual, and orthopedic therapy. Physiotherapy is the action of artificially generated or naturally available physical factors on the human body to prevent or treat diseases. Exercise therapy can promote joint fluid flow, facilitate local blood flow, and accelerate the absorption of inflammatory factors and the metabolism of cartilage.