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How to Treat a Sprained Ankle 6c7031

Mar 27, 2007

No matter what ice, compression and elevation. It is aimed to reduce swelling within the first 48 hours of a mild ankle sprain.

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When an ankle sprain occurs, it is crucial that you rest it and avoid movement. You do not want to put any pressure on it, which can potentially make the injury worse. Use crutches to move around if need be.

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To reduce the swelling, place a bag of ice or a bag of frozen vegetables over your ankle for roughly 15 to 20 minutes at a time, every other hour. to put a rag between your ankle and the ice cuz you don't want to get parent's permission!

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Compress your ankle by your circulation
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Make sure to keep your ankle elevated, especially at night when you sleep. A good way to elevate your ankle is to rest your leg over a stack of pillows. Just make sure it's not too high!

  • , these steps are useful for mild ankle sprains. If the pain and swelling do not improve in the first 48 hours, make sure to see a doctor.
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