Physiotherapy treatment aims include
Prevention of abnormal scar tissue formation, joint stiffness, muscle weakness
Restore proprioceptive deficits
Pain relief through joint mobility techniques, soft tissue massage, electrotherapy
Improving scar tissue quality using techniques to guide the direction it forms
Loosening or strengthening of the injured region with individually prescribed exercises and techniques.
Improving performance when the client returns to sport, work, or simply daily life.
Correct any biomechanical faults that may be affecting movement, technique, or predisposing the client to injury.
The amount of rehabilitation and the time needed for full recovery after a sprain or strain depend on the severity of the injury and individual rates of healing. For example, a moderate ankle sprain may require 3 to 6 weeks of rehabilitation before a person can return to full activity. A severe sprain can take 8 to 12 months before the ligament is fully healed. Extra care should be taken to avoid re-injury.