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Left ankle - swollen
I've a swollen left ankle. I accidentally tripped while walking. I heard some cracking sound. Now I can't walk properly. It pains a lot. I have applied Voilini cream for now.
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Get a x-ray done. Could be a fracture or a simple sprain.
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Get an xray done
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Dr. Aju Eluvathingal (PT)
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14 yrs exp
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Please visit a Physiotherapist or an orthopedic immediately
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Rest by elevating your foot on pillows. T-shape positioning. Put a crepe bandage over the ankle. Keep the pressure maximum towards ankle and lesser proximate towards the ankle. Ice the ankle every 2 hours for 7 minutes. Continously icing. No warm packs please!
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