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Suggest Remedies For Sprained Ankle Post An Injury
Question: i WAS WALKING DOWN MY BACK DECK STAIRS AND I SLIPPED AND FELL AND TURNED MY RIGHT ANKLE. i CAN WALK ON THE ANKLE AND CAN MOVE IT IN A CIRCULAR MOTION. IT HASN'T TURNED PURPLE AND MY FRIEND PUT SOME ICY HOT ON IT. THIS HAPPENED ABOUT AN HOUR AGO. DO YOU THINK THERE IS CAUSE FOR CONCERN? PLEASE ADVISE WHAT I SHOULD DO.
Brief Answer:
Alternating ice and heat, analgesic gel, aceclofenac tablet
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome.
I have gone through your query.
As you have mentioned that there is no discoloration, you can move the ankle, it is less likely to be anything serious.
I would like to know is there any swelling and pain while using it.
Presently I would suggest you to try alternating ice and heat on your ankle. Ice will help reduce inflammation and heat may help improve blood flow.
I would have prescribed you aceclofenac + thiocochicoside combination two times a day for three days. These are prescription based agent you need to see doctor get one. Alternatively you can use over the counter agents like tylenol or ibuprofen. Along with this application of analgesic gel or spray to the affected area would be beneficial. Use can use Crepe Bandages over the ankle to restrict it's movement for day or two. Avoid excessive use of the ankle for two days, give it some rest.
I would suggest you to observe for any discoloration, swelling and in case it occurs go to orthopedic surgeon for further help.
This provisional advice provided by me is based entirely on the input provided to me. I would suggest examination by the doctor.
I hope this suggestion might be of some help to you.
Take care.
Alternating ice and heat, analgesic gel, aceclofenac tablet
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome.
I have gone through your query.
As you have mentioned that there is no discoloration, you can move the ankle, it is less likely to be anything serious.
I would like to know is there any swelling and pain while using it.
Presently I would suggest you to try alternating ice and heat on your ankle. Ice will help reduce inflammation and heat may help improve blood flow.
I would have prescribed you aceclofenac + thiocochicoside combination two times a day for three days. These are prescription based agent you need to see doctor get one. Alternatively you can use over the counter agents like tylenol or ibuprofen. Along with this application of analgesic gel or spray to the affected area would be beneficial. Use can use Crepe Bandages over the ankle to restrict it's movement for day or two. Avoid excessive use of the ankle for two days, give it some rest.
I would suggest you to observe for any discoloration, swelling and in case it occurs go to orthopedic surgeon for further help.
This provisional advice provided by me is based entirely on the input provided to me. I would suggest examination by the doctor.
I hope this suggestion might be of some help to you.
Take care.
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