Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Persistent Swelling On The Top Of The Ankle After Treatment For Avulsion Fracture And Sprained Ankle. Is It Due To Ligaments?
Hi - I fell and sprained my ankle and received an avulsion fracture 5 weeks ago. Went to a urgent care that put me in a splint . Two days later I went to a podiatrist who took his own x rays. Said I have avulsion fracture and sprained ankle . Put me in an aircast, used crutches for 4 weeks now I can walk on it with a cane. Still having swelling and on the top of my ankle seems to swell more. Could that be the ligaments. He is planning on putting me in a ankle brace at a little over 6 weeks. Thank you
Tue, 25 Mar 2014
Hi
Thanks for writing your query
After going through your injury it's normal to have swelling (mild) once you increase the activity level. My advice for you would be-
1. Do the ankle exercise regularly
2. Try to keep your limb elevated whenever possible
3. You can take tab.Enzomac to reduce swelling after discussion with your doctor.
4. Use compression bandage
Take care and wish you good health
Regards
Dr.chugh http://bit.ly/drmchugh
Thanks for writing your query
After going through your injury it's normal to have swelling (mild) once you increase the activity level. My advice for you would be-
1. Do the ankle exercise regularly
2. Try to keep your limb elevated whenever possible
3. You can take tab.Enzomac to reduce swelling after discussion with your doctor.
4. Use compression bandage
Take care and wish you good health
Regards
Dr.chugh http://bit.ly/drmchugh
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Bone fracture
Loading Online Doctors....