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Ankle sprain
I am Ayush Tripathi a 25 year old male, i got my ankle twist sprain while walking due to which i am feeling immense pain in my right ankle. What should i do?
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Kindly visit a ortho. Clinic.
You possibly need a plaster cast.
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Get the x ray of ankle asap , visit near by orthopaedic to rule out fracture and give ice padding till then , avoid sports or any strenuous activity
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Get xray to rule out fracture
Rest
Ice application
Medicine
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Make sure it is a sprain and not a fracture .
If you are sure it is only a sprain then follow the RICE therapy.
R- rest
I - ice
C - compression ( crepe bandage )
E - Elevation with pillows
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get an xray done to be sure it is not a fracture .
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