HOME REMEDIES FOR SPRAIN TREATMENT

Pineapple is very helpful in reducing the pain of the sprain or bruising due to sprain. Therefore to reduce the pain and bruising eat lots of pineapple. Apply cold cloths or ice to the injured joint. Continue these cold applications until the swelling decreases. One or two day a€™s later hot packs may be applied for sprain treatment. Wrap the sprained area with an elastic bandage that helps to keep the joint in position and prevents further injury.


If you repeatedly sprain your ankles, here's a way to avoid it in the future: Wear the shoes specifically designed for your activity. They provide the support, traction and cushioning needed, which can greatly reduce your risk of reinjure. Take some chopped onion; wrap it in a towel and place on the affected area. Massage almond oil and garlic oil into the affected area. Take cayenne with lobelia or valerian root to promote relaxation and fasten the healing process.


Arnica plant contains chemical compounds that help heal sprains and relieve muscle pain. Arnica tincture, cream or ointment can be found in health food stores. Apply directly to the injured area. Make a paste of lime leaves and butter. Apply on the affected area. This is very effective home remedy for sprain treatment. Prepare a mixture by adding 1 tsp raw lime powder and 1 tsp of honey. Apply on the sprain. This is also very effective home remedy for sprain treatment.


Warm the outer leaves of a cabbage in hot water and bandage them around the sprain.
Stop and rest when you feel pain. Don't continue doing whatever caused the injury; you will only make the injury worse. If the injury is to a hand or a finger, remove any rings immediately. This will avoid having to cut jewelry off later in case there is swelling to the area as a ring on a swollen finger can restrict blood flow to the fingertip. Sit on the floor. Stretch your leg out straight. Loop a band around the foot. Slowly point the toes and ankle away from you. Hold for 2 seconds.