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What Are The Precaution To Be Take For Sprained Ankle?
I have sprained my ankle and want to know: How long should i rest? Should I use two ace bandages wrapped on it so that there is more compression, support and a thicker wrap? How long should i have it bandaged? How do I walk on it because I haven t got crutches but it hurts, so what can I do to walk as little as possible? How do I sleep with it do I keep it bandaged and put it on a pillow?
Fri, 15 May 2020
Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The symptoms seem to be related to a sprained ankle.
You should feel much better after 2 weeks.
Once the swelling has gone down and you can walk without pain, you can probably start exercises to build flexibility and strength.
You can use anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the pain.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The symptoms seem to be related to a sprained ankle.
You should feel much better after 2 weeks.
Once the swelling has gone down and you can walk without pain, you can probably start exercises to build flexibility and strength.
You can use anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the pain.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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