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How Long Does Recovery From A Sprained Foot Take?
Question: i went to the dr and was told i had a bad sprain.how long should A SPRAINED foot last.?
should you walk on a sprained foot
should you walk on a sprained foot
Brief Answer:
Try and rest as much as possible and about 3-4 weeks should suffice
Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Thank you for writing to us.
I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. I am glad it is a sprain and not a fracture, here are the recommendations for a sprained foot ma'am:
+Rest as much as possible
+Elevation of the leg to your heart level when seated or even lying down to avoid swelling
+Ice application over the region as many times as possible in a day (At least 3 times for about 15 minutes each time)
+Avoid weight bearing
+Avoid walking for a week at least
+Avoid all physical activity that can cause any amount of stress to the leg
+Try to avoid moving the leg (foot) completely for at least a week
+Best to go about all the suggestions for about 2-3 weeks for best results and preventing of recurrence
It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for the foot to heal completely, but provided you rest it as much as possible.
I hope you find my response helpful sir. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.
Best wishes.
Try and rest as much as possible and about 3-4 weeks should suffice
Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Thank you for writing to us.
I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. I am glad it is a sprain and not a fracture, here are the recommendations for a sprained foot ma'am:
+Rest as much as possible
+Elevation of the leg to your heart level when seated or even lying down to avoid swelling
+Ice application over the region as many times as possible in a day (At least 3 times for about 15 minutes each time)
+Avoid weight bearing
+Avoid walking for a week at least
+Avoid all physical activity that can cause any amount of stress to the leg
+Try to avoid moving the leg (foot) completely for at least a week
+Best to go about all the suggestions for about 2-3 weeks for best results and preventing of recurrence
It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for the foot to heal completely, but provided you rest it as much as possible.
I hope you find my response helpful sir. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.
Best wishes.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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