The joint capsule, ligament and tendon attached to the outside of the joint are excessively twisted and torn, which belongs to sprain. Sprains are most common in ankles, wrists and waist. A sprain that occurs in the lower back is commonly known as' flashing the waist and getting angry'.

Pain is an inevitable symptom. Swelling and bruised skin and inability to rotate joints are common manifestations of sprains.

Emergency treatment

1. If you sprain your finger during exercise, you should stop exercising immediately. The first is cold compress, preferably with ice. But generally there is no preparation, just use water instead. Soak your fingers in water 15 minutes, and then wrap them with cold wet cloth. Then use adhesive tape to fix the finger in the extended position. If the swelling and pain continue after a week, it may be a fracture, so you must go to the hospital for treatment.

If you sprain your ankle, you should have a rest first. Cushion the calf with a pillow. You can apply Qilisan with tea or wine, apply it to the wound and wrap it up.

3. Lumbar sprain also needs rest. Should be local cold compress, try to take a comfortable position, or lie on your side, or lie on your back, with blankets under your knees. After the pain is relieved, it is best to find a doctor to treat it at home.

Matters needing attention

1. Lumbar muscle sprain, the most important thing is to be quiet and go to the hospital in a hurry to make the condition worse. If it is not handled properly, it will recur and may develop into disc herniation.

2. In order to prevent the ankle sprain from happening again, the second half of the outer side of the sole should be padded by half a centimeter (that is, a piece of rubber or plastic should be nailed to the outer side) to protect the ligament.

3. People with sprained waist had better sleep on a hard bed, wear a wide belt and exercise the lumbar muscles.