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Prices are inclusive of free consultation. If your order is approved by 3pm you could have your medication next day.
Data is kept on our systems, private and is only used by our prescribers. Your treatment sent in plain unmarked packaging.
Registered pharmacy in the UK, we only dispatch genuine medication. Our medical team ensure you receive the correct prescription and treatment.
Prices are inclusive of free consultation. If your order is approved by 3pm you could have your medication next day.
Data is kept on our systems, private and is only used by our prescribers. Your treatment sent in plain unmarked packaging.
Registered pharmacy in the UK, we only dispatch genuine medication. Our medical team ensure you receive the correct prescription and treatment.
Prices are inclusive of free consultation. If your order is approved by 3pm you could have your medication next day.
Data is kept on our systems, private and is only used by our prescribers. Your treatment sent in plain unmarked packaging.
Registered pharmacy in the UK, we only dispatch genuine medication. Our medical team ensure you receive the correct prescription and treatment.
Prices are inclusive of free consultation. If your order is approved by 3pm you could have your medication next day.
Data is kept on our systems, private and is only used by our prescribers. Your treatment sent in plain unmarked packaging.
Registered pharmacy in the UK, we only dispatch genuine medication. Our medical team ensure you receive the correct prescription and treatment.
Prices are inclusive of free consultation. If your order is approved by 3pm you could have your medication next day.
Data is kept on our systems, private and is only used by our prescribers. Your treatment sent in plain unmarked packaging.
Registered pharmacy in the UK, we only dispatch genuine medication. Our medical team ensure you receive the correct prescription and treatment.
Prices are inclusive of free consultation. If your order is approved by 3pm you could have your medication next day.
Pains, strains, aches and sprains. We all want to lead a healthy and active lifestyle however these common injuries often put a stop to that, impacting our daily lives. However, with care and preparation, there are ways to avoid these injuries or mitigate their damage when they do occur. With some tips, we can all start leading our best, most healthy lives.
A sprain is a particular type of injury affects your joints; ankles, knees, wrists and thumbs in particular as these are the joints most commonly put under stress. A joint can become sprained when a ligament is overextended or torn. Ligaments are the bands of fibrous tissue that connect bones together.
The most common sprain is the ankle sprain. As our ankles hold our entire body’s weight, they are under the most pressure. A misstep, such as an awkward step on an uneven surface, can force the ankle out of its usual position, tearing the ligaments and causing a sprain.
Strains, similar to sprains, can cause pain, swelling and a loss of mobility in the affected area. However, this is because they affect muscles and tendons, rather than ligaments. Tendons are the tissues that connect bones to muscles and are the key to movement in the body. When we overextend the muscle, we risk tearing the tendon.
The most common types are lower back strains and in the hamstring muscle on the back of the thigh. As shown in the diagram, the hamstring muscle can tear when put under stress.
Sprains and Strains can be treated in the same manner. A combination of rest, ice, compression and elevation will be enough to deal with most sprains and strains. However, a doctor should always be consulted, particularly in severe cases. If any of these symptoms occur, then a doctor should be consulted as soon as possible:
The first step to self-care treatment is to rest. Stop any activity and take the weight off the injury. If it is a leg-based strain or sprain, sit down and put your feet up. If it is in the arms, place the affected arm on a desk or table to prop it up. For back injuries, lie down in a straight position.
Next, apply an ice pack to the injury for up to twenty minutes. This will help ease pain and reduce swelling by decreasing blood flow to the area. However, never apply ice directly to the skin, as this can cause frostbite. Instead, wrap the ice in a thin towel or cloth.
Compressing an injury can further prevent swelling and will help to keep the area immobilized. An elastic bandage or support brace will do this excellently. Make sure the bandage is not so tight that it interferes with blood flow. The compression should be firm but not painful.
Finally, elevate the injury, ideally to a level above your heart. This will minimize swelling by slowing down the blood flow to the area. A simple pillow or two under the injured area can greatly help with this.
Painkillers such as Codeine and Preventing a strain or sprain in the first place is key so make sure to:
If it is unclear whether a strain or a sprain has occurred, look for this simple sign. In a sprain, bruising will occur around the afflicted joint. In a strain, the affected muscle will undergo spasms due to the torn tendon.
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