HOW TO TREAT & HEAL ANKLE SPRAIN?

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HOW TO TREAT ANKLE SPRAIN?
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• An ankle sprain is a common injury and often
  heals on its own. But if there is a severe
  sprain, it needs months of healing or even
  surgery. So, it is best to see a doctor when you
  have an ankle sprain. A physician will provide
  you with the right treatment for speedy recovery
  while reducing the risk of any chronic injury.
• An ankle sprain is a common injury. It can happen
  anytime when your ankle rolls in/out with a
  sudden jerk. With sudden abrupt movement, your
  ankle joint can move out of place.
• When theres an inward ankle roll, its known as
  an eversion sprain. It can affect tendons and
  ligaments, along with the inner part of your
  ankle. On the other hand, the outward ankle roll
  is called the inversion sprain. It usually
  affects the outside ligaments of the ankle.
• Both inversion and eversion sprains may cause
  ligaments of the ankle to tear. It leads to
  varying degrees of swelling and pain.

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• 1. First Aid

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• If you feel you have an ankle sprain, you need to
  get first aid. Never put any weight or pressure
  on the ankle, as it enhances the risk of broken
  bones or some other injuries. You need to sit in
  comfortably first and elevate the ankle to reduce
  swelling.
• Even Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
  (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen can be consumed to
  alleviate pain and swelling. If possible, wear
  an Ankle Therapy Wrap for supporting the joint
  while preventing it from moving and twisting.
• 2. When to See a Doctor

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• Severe swelling
• Extreme pain
• Odd shape around ankle
• Limited range of motion
• Inability to walk for more than a few steps

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• 3. Symptoms of Ankle Sprain
• Some symptoms of an ankle sprain may vary as per
  the severity of the injury. It may include
• Swelling
• Bruising
• Tenderness on touching the ankle
• Pain on bearing some weight on your affected foot
• Restricted movement of the injured ankle
• Popping sound or sensation during the injury
• Ankle instability
• It is usually difficult to diagnose the ankle
  sprain based on symptoms alone. So, you must
  visit a doctor. Most doctors at healthcare
  clinics can easily diagnose ankle sprain. If the
  injury is serious, they may refer you to an
  orthopaedist or ankle surgeon.

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• 4. Treatment of Ankle Sprain
• The ankle sprain treatment often depends on the
  severity of the injury. The major goals of the
  treatment are reducing swelling and pain while
  promoting ligament healing and restoring the
  ankles normal function. However, for severe
  injuries, you need to consult a specialist.
• 5. Self-care
• The self-care treatment includes
• Rest You need to avoid activities that may cause
  swelling, pain or discomfort.
• Compression For reducing swelling, just compress
  your ankle using an elastic bandage or ankle wrap
  until swelling cures. But dont tie the wrap too
  tightly that it hinders blood circulation.
• Ice You need to use an ice pack after the injury
  for around 15 to 20 minutes. Repeat it every two
  to three hours throughout the day. Also, consult
  your doctor before applying ice.
• Elevation Also, elevate your ankle above heart
  level to reduce swelling. The gravity helps in
  draining excessive fluid that further helps in
  minimizing swelling.

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• 6. Medications

Over-the-counter pain relievers like
acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Motrin IB,
Advil, etc.) or naproxen sodium (Aleve) can be
used for managing pain caused by an ankle
sprain.
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• 7. Therapy
• After the pain and swelling are reduced for
  resuming movement, a doctor will ask you to
  follow certain exercises for restoring the
  ankles strength, range of motion, stability and
  flexibility.
• Proper balance and stability are crucial for
  retaining your ankles muscle movements for
  supporting the joint. Even crutches are useful to
  balance your movements.
• 8. Surgery
• In rare cases, your doctor may ask you to undergo
  surgery. This treatment is required if the ankle
  remains unstable or doesnt heal even after a
  long period of rehabilitative exercises and
  physical therapy.
• The surgery is done to repair a ligament that
  doesnt heal. It also helps in reconstructing
  ankle ligament with tissue via a nearby tendon or
  ligament.
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