Ankle Sprain Recovery Protocol

Heal Stronger, Faster—Like a Martial Artist

Ankle sprains damage ligaments through overstretching. Incomplete healing leads to weakness and reinjury. Kung Fu Medicine’s 3-stage approach ensures full recovery, not just pain relief.

Why This Works

✔ Herbal Ice cools inflammation without starving tissue (unlike ice)
✔ Liniments repair micro-tears while improving circulation
✔ Staged protocol mirrors how Shaolin monks treated training injuries

Step 1: Reduce Swelling (Days 1–3)

Goal: Stop inflammation while maintaining blood flow.

Products:

  • Herbal Ice

    • Apply as poultice: Leave on 1 hour or overnight.

    • Why? Plant pigments (may yellow skin temporarily) boost circulation.

  • Acute Injury Liniment

    • Apply between Herbal Ice: Massage upward from toes to calf.

⚠️ Warning: If walking causes new swelling, consult an orthopedist—possible ligament tear.

Step 2: Release Stiffness (Days 4–14)

Goal: Prevent scar tissue and restore mobility.

Products:

  • Tendon Injury Liniment

    • Apply 3x daily: Use with gentle ankle circles.

    • Pro Tip: Warm the bottle in your hands first for deeper penetration.

Rest Protocol: Wrap ankle when upright; elevate when resting.

Step 3: Rebuild Strength (Weeks 3–6+)

Goal: Return to activity with resilient ligaments.

Products:

  • Tendon Injury Liniment (pre/post rehab)

  • Rehab Exercises:

    • Towel scrunches (strengthens arches)

    • Resistance band dorsiflexion

Signs of Success: No swelling after 20-minute walks

Severe Sprains?

If you experience:

  • Popping sound at injury time

  • Inability to bear weight after 24 hours
    → See a specialist immediately. Our protocols support healing but can’t replace surgical repair.


Featured Products

Product Key Benefit

Herbal Ice Ice 2.0—cools + heals

Acute Injury Liniment Swelling’s worst enemy

Tendon Injury Liniment Ligament repair accelerator

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