Our doctors recognize that there are many kinds of difficulties and strive to give their patients the best possible care. Ligament laxity analysis is a deep part of their care. However, most people are unaware of its significance in health care.

Ligament laxity literally means loose ligaments. Ligaments are like supple plastic—they resist deformation and spring back into action. However, when they’re overwhelmed with force, they will deform. This usually results in hyper-stretching that leaves them like a loose shoestring or a malleable, shapeless piece of spaghetti, unable to hold the musculoskeletal system in place properly. This kind of hypermobility can cause severe pain and uncomfortable movements.

Loose ligaments can become apparent in a variety of ways, with different levels of severity and pain. They can be caused by genetics, a sports injury, or even a car accident. Dancers with hyperextensions can suffer from this as well. It isn’t something that universally affects the entire body—it is often isolated. For example, a person could have loose ligaments in their feet but not in their hands.

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There is a plethora of symptoms that may indicate Ligament Laxity:

  • Chronic body pain
  • Abnormal joint movement
  • Ankle sprains
  • Joint pain
  • Back problems
  • Joint dislocation
  • Foot pain when standing/walking
  • Vertebral instability

However, those symptoms can be related to other issues. Therefore, it’s important to have a caring and knowledgeable doctor, like our doctors, to assess and perform ligament laxity analysis. In the event of a car accident, this can be vital information that your lawyer will need to build a solid case.

Our doctors will conduct a thorough analysis, looking closely at subjective qualifiers such as muscle guarding, atrophy and weakness in the surrounding area, loss of reflexes, and asymmetrical range of motion.

Upon diagnosis, there are a variety of treatments that may be suggested, with surgery being the most extreme and final choice. Sometimes, simple over-the-counter pain medication, sprays, and/or creams may be enough.

Additionally, suggested by your doctor may be:

  • Physiotherapy
  • Exercise programs
  • Orthotic therapy – special shoe or heel inserts that are custom-made specifically for you
  • Myofascial release – massage
  • Muscle strength training
  • Padding/braces
  • Massage therapy

Here at LI Integrated in Ronkonkoma, NY, our doctors use a “whole person approach” to help all of our patients recover from injury and maintain their health. To get the relief you desire, contact our office at 631-738-8300.