Compartment Syndrome

Compartment Syndrome is when there is muscle/ligament swells causing high pressure within a confined space squashing/compression of the nerve.

Compartment Syndrome can be caused by an acceleration movement like sprinting or kicking, it is also common with ballet dancers through over-extending and going on their tip toes.

 

Symptoms of Compartment is a cramp feeling if continuing with activity the pain with gradually rise.

 

Treatment for Compartment Syndrome includes:

Resting will ease the pain
Placing a cold pack on the injury for 20 minutes
Soft tissue massage

 

 

 

 

 

Manchester Osteopaths

49 King Street

Manchester

M2 7AY

 

email: info@manchester-osteopaths.co.uk

 

Tel: 0161 835 2358

 

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