I think I have sprained or strained my joint......what do I do?
Most sprains and strains can be treated at home without seeing a GP.
Characteristics of a strain / sprain are:
- Pain, weakness or tenderness around the wrist, thrumb, back, leg, knee, ankle or foot
- The injured area is swollen
- You cannot put weight on the injury or use it normally
- You have cramping or muscles spasms
Please go to A & E or call 999 if:
- You heard a crack when you had your injury
- The injured body part has changed shape
- The injury is numb, discoloured or cold to touch
You may have broken a bone and will need an X-ray
Source: NHS
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