How can I make my MCL heal faster?

Resting the knee after an MCL tear can help speed up healing. People should avoid contact sports and movement that puts too much strain on the MCL until the injury heals fully. This can help to prevent further damage. In some cases, surgery may be necessary.

How do you heal a torn MCL naturally?

The injury tends to heal on its own with rest over a period of a few weeks. You should do a few things right away to ensure that you heal quickly and completely: Immediately after the injury, you should apply ice to help with pain and relieve swelling. Elevate your knee over your heart using cushions.

What essential oils are good for torn ligaments?

Use these oils for pain and swelling

• Lavender oil. Lavender is prized for its ability to calm and relax.
• Eucalyptus oil. Eucalyptus has a cooling effect on muscles and reduces pain and inflammation.
• Roman and German chamomile oils. Chamomile oils can help with pain and inflammation.
• Rosemary oil.
• Yarrow oil.

What is good for MCL injury?

Most MCL injuries can be treated at home with rest, ice, and anti-inflammatory medicine. Your doctor may suggest that you use crutches and wear a brace that protects but allows for some movement of your knee. You may need to reduce your activity for a few weeks.

Is walking good for MCL sprain?

Your physical therapist may advise you to: Rest the area by avoiding walking or any activity that causes pain. Crutches and a knee brace may be recommended to reduce further strain on the MCL when walking.

Where on your body should you put essential oils?

Essential oils can be applied on the temple, chest, stomach, wrists, feet, palms and back.

What can you not do with an MCL injury?

MCL Injury A torn knee ligament can destabilize the knee and prevent you from doing things that involve twisting or turning your knee. Twisting or turning motions on a torn MCL can cause the knee to buckle or “give way.”