How to care for a sprain

As mentioned above, adequate rest is key to properly treating a sprain and promoting healing. Recovery time can vary vastly, depending on the severity of the injury and how it was incurred. Returning to activity too soon before a sprain has had a chance to heal can often lead to repeat injuries, especially with a sprained ankle.

It makes sense if you are eager to return to activity however, it is important to ease yourself in and exercise gently to prevent the risk of further damage. It’s usual to experience pain, so you can try wearing a support product to aid with pain relief and healing of the joint. Choosing the right product depends on whether you are experiencing acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term) pain.

• For a sprain or strain incurred during intensive exercise, sports products like Actimove Sports Edition Ankle Support and Actimove Sports Edition Knee Support Open Patella are ideal to wear if you are looking to manage short-term pain in a sprained ankle or knee. The supports aid with pain relief around your injured joints.
• If you’ve sustained an injury to the wrist during a sporting activity, Actimove Sports Edition Adjustable Wrist Support Adjustable provides pain relief to the sprained joint. The support is adjustable to provide comfort no matter the level of activity

Many people find that pains from a sprain can linger even after the body part has healed. If the pain around your sprain or strain persists and becomes chronic, it is worthwhile using supports that are more suitable for everyday use. Both the Actimove Everyday Supports Ankle Support and Actimove Everyday Supports Knee Support Closed Patella relieve the affected area of pain. The supports can be positioned on the joint comfortably and securely, suitable for everyday movement.