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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Cold Sensation In Ankle
Question: Hi I stained my ankle last Thursday,I can walk on it, it's still swollen and get cold sensations all round the ankle. I had an X-ray nothing broken. I tore my ligaments in both ankles years ago. Is this all normal healing process and I am back to work today as a barber standing and I'm worried as there is only two of us working so I have to be there. Any advice will be greatly appreciated.
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Brief Answer:
Keeping the foot elevated will help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
In case of strained ligaments it is normal to have a pain and swelling. Standing on feet can further aggravate the pain and swelling.
It is best to keep the foot elevated on two pillows while resting to keep the swelling down. Do use an elastic brace or an elastic bandage around the ankle for a good support during the daytime.
Do take a mild pain killer and doing a hot compress will also help.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Keeping the foot elevated will help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
In case of strained ligaments it is normal to have a pain and swelling. Standing on feet can further aggravate the pain and swelling.
It is best to keep the foot elevated on two pillows while resting to keep the swelling down. Do use an elastic brace or an elastic bandage around the ankle for a good support during the daytime.
Do take a mild pain killer and doing a hot compress will also help.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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