Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Left leg ankle swelling
My wife had swelling near ankle on left leg. This was on 13th December 2017. We consulted a doctor and as per prescription she took medicines. But till today she is experiencing pain though there is almost no swelling now. We also visited another doctor to confirm and he suggested a pain killer. I would like to know how to get rid of this. It seems to be a ligament injury and not a fracture as per doctors.
Answers (3)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
Contrast bath---It is a form of treatment where a limb or the entire body is immersed in warm water followed by the immediate immersion of the limb or body in ice water. This procedure is repeated several times, alternating hot and cold. Note that the treatment should always end in the ice water, as heat will induce the body's inflammatory response, while cold helps to decrease inflammation.
Wall calf stretch
⢠Stand about two feet away from a wall. Place the ball of your right foot against the wall while your heel remains on the ground. Slowly and gently lean into the wall while keeping your knee straight. Hold this for 5 seconds. Repeat 10 times twice a day.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced orthopedist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+183
Send clinical pictures and Xray if possible.
Next Steps
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Mohit Garg
Joint Replacement Surgeon
6 yrs exp
Bathinda
Ligament healing takes 3-6 weeks
Give some support like ankle brace and ask her to take rest for some days
Do hot fomentation twice daily
Apply any analgesic gel 3 times daily
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.