When injured ligaments are treated in a way that promotes excellent blood flow, they heal faster. This involves the use of ice, heat, correct mobility, improved hydration, and a variety of sports medicine technology such as NormaTec Recovery and the Graston method in the short term. In the long run, you want to restore muscle function through rehabilitation so your joint can get back into its normal position. In the meantime, it's important not to do anything that might make the injury worse. Stay off the injured part and apply ice or cold packs if recommended by a doctor. You may also need to use a crutch or cane for support. Once healed, repeat the same activities you stopped doing after your injury with no pain until you're back at full strength. It's important not to do any more damage by trying to return too soon.