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Ankle Sprain
I had an ankle sprain 3 weeks back.A cast was applied and on Monday the same was removed.I have slight swelling but the doctor said the same will subside over the next month.Right now I have to limp and can't walk properly.What sort of exercise should I do for my ankle to ensure full recovery and to restore the ankle strength?
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Hi.... One simple exercise can enhance your strength of ankle movement. Just try to draw alphabet from your great toe with ankle movement but your leg should be static while making alphabet. Do it 3 sets thrice a day in lukewarm water.
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You need to go for a week physiotherapy sessions, kindly contact a good physiotherapist
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Dr. Jyoti Narang (PT)
Physiotherapist
17 yrs exp
Thane
Pain will subside gradually.
Ice therapy is good for swelling reduction.
Still, I would suggest some physiotherapist atleast for ten days , then you can do at your own
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Dr. Mansi Shah (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Mumbai
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Go for good soft tissue mobilization as once the swelling is down pain will be much better,
Keep your leg elevated while sleeping so as to reduce the swelling
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Go for ankle pumping exs, take your foot in and out
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Apply ice after exs
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