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A joint is where two bones connect. Its role is to ensure smooth, friction-free movement within the range provided for a given pair of bones. The system binds and protects the joint capsule, i.e. the fibrous layer surrounding the joint. It is a key element of every joint, so it is worth knowing what are the most common contusions of the articular capsule and how to treat them.
Joint capsule contusions
Articular bag it is flexible but can be damaged by any movement that exceeds its natural stretch range. Most often it is the result of sports or a fall. The most vulnerable to such injuries are articular bags knee, ankle or ankle joint. There is also damage joint capsule in the finger and wrist. The main types of injuries joint capsule have:
- Straining the joint capsule. This is the lightest type of injury. The fibrous surface of the joint capsule is not broken, but only stretched, which causes slight pain and swelling, as well as a slight deterioration of the joint function, which disappears after a maximum of three weeks.
- Rupture of the articular capsule. It is a more serious injury. Some fibers of the articular capsule break as a result of greater strain on the joint. It is associated with more severe pain, especially immediately after the overload, rapidly increasing swelling and a marked deterioration in the mobility of the joint. A pond may take up to three months to return to full functionality.
- Rupture of the articular capsule. This is the most severe type of damage. Significant excess of the capacity of the joint causes the articular capsule to rupture. This injury may be less painful at first than a fracture, but the pain is long lasting and worsens with each attempt to move. The swelling is significant and does not go away for a long time. Movement of the joint is almost completely impossible, and recovery depends on the course of surgical treatment and subsequent rehabilitation.
Inflammation can also occur in parallel or independently of the above injuries joint capsule. Its characteristic symptoms are joint pain increasing at rest and at night, limitation of its mobility and a feeling of friction or crackling during movement.
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Treatment of damage to the articular capsule
Correct treatment of ailments joint capsule plays a key role in accelerating its regeneration and minimizing the risk of complications. Complications include ailments such as:
- reducing the stability of the joint,
- degenerative changes,
- increasing the risk of inflammation of the articular capsule,
- risk of damaging other parts of the joint.
Consequently, an injury should never be underestimated articular bagsj. The first, and at the same time a key step in the treatment of an injury is, of course, first aid. If we suspect contusion of the articular capsule, first of all:
- immobilize the joint to prevent its further stress,
- reduce swelling by using an elastic bandage,
- minimize pain by cooling the joint with ice, cold compresses or special gels available at the pharmacy,
- make sure the limb is raised to allow blood to drain.
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If there is a slight strain joint capsule and it is only stretched, it should be enough to follow the above recommendations at home for 3-4 days, after which the joint may take up to three weeks to fully recover. During this period, it is worth taking care of painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs that will help reduce unpleasant ailments. However, if the pain and swelling do not go away or even get worse, it is necessary consultation with an orthopedic doctor.
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The doctor first assesses the degree of damage joint capsule. For this, he or she may order an ultrasound scan (ultrasound) or, in an accident, especially ankle joint capsule or knees, taking a picture with an X-ray machine. Injury may only require reducing the load by avoiding activities that weigh on the joint, but more serious injuries are associated with its immobilization with a plaster, elastic band or stabilizing orthosis. In the most severe cases, surgery may be necessary, consisting in suturing joint capsule and ligaments, if they have also been damaged. The next stage of treatment is rehabilitation, which, of course, in the case of the most serious injuries, lasts correspondingly longer, but is an integral part of the treatment of any injury. joint capsule.
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In order to ensure full and quick regeneration joint capsule and to reduce the risk of complications, a number of rehabilitation treatments are used. Cryotherapy and iontophoresis are treatments used to relieve pain and inflammation, in parallel with appropriate drugs used orally and topically. Treatment with a magnetic field, lasers and ultrasounds performs a typical repair function. The orthopedist, depending on the place and type of injury, can also choose movement exercises aimed at improving the stabilization of the joint, relieving, strengthening the muscles or increasing their nervous stimulation. It is worth remembering never to neglect these exercises and be able to enjoy them to the fullest healthy joints also after an injury.
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