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RICE therapy for Ankle sprain
Hello, my mother, who is 68 years old, twisted her right ankle slightly three to four days ago after missing a step while descending stairs. The pain has since reduced, but there is still some swelling around the ankle area, which makes walking slightly difficult. We therefore want to begin rice therapy as a result. There is some confusion regarding the rice therapy because it calls for using an ice pack for 10 to 20 minutes, three to four times each day. Does this mean that the ankle brace must always be removed when icing?   Moreover, I also have Moov pain relief spray; when should I use it? During rice therapy, we apply ice and use ankle braces for compression; how should we use Moov pain relief, then? Please provide step-by-step instructions on how to apply rice therapy each day using ice cubes, an ankle brace, Moov pain relief spray, etc. Thanks a lot
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Rest is to be given for uninterrupted healing then Ice pack application to be done twice thrice and more Then compression to be done with crepe bandage and support by an ankle brace when ever u r bearing weight Limb elevation to be give whenever u r lying down So ice pack to be applied first then move can be applied then crepe bandage or ankle brace and rest and limb elevation to be give on pillow
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x ray ankle ap and lateral to rule out any chip or avulsion fracture
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avoid weight bearing as much possible
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Rest - dont walk on affected side. Immobize - ankle brace or slab. Compression - Compression bandage. Elevation - on 2 pillows. If one follows this religiously - there are good chances for sprain to heal!
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Hello Ice pack application three to 4 times a day Limb elevation over two pillows 6 inch Crepe bandage application during night times Ankle brace while walking Initially give rest for one week to 10 days.. don't keep the limb downwards
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xray ankle ap and lateral views inorder to rule out any chip or hair line fracture
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While ice application, remove brace.. No need of spray
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RICE therapy stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation, and it is a common treatment for ankle sprains. Here are some step-by-step instructions on how to apply RICE therapy for your mother's ankle: Rest: Encourage your mother to rest the ankle as much as possible for the first few days. She should avoid putting weight on it or doing any activities that cause pain. Ice: Apply an ice pack to the affected area for 10-20 minutes at a time, three to four times per day. You can use a bag of ice or a cold gel pack wrapped in a towel. Make sure to remove the ankle brace before applying the ice pack. Compression: Wrap an elastic bandage around the ankle to provide compression and support. The bandage should be snug but not too tight, and it should be removed at night. Make sure to remove the ankle brace before wrapping the bandage. Elevation: Elevate the ankle above heart level as much as possible. This will help reduce swelling and promote healing. Your mother can prop up her ankle with pillows or cushions while sitting or lying down. As for the Moov pain relief spray, it can be used in conjunction with RICE therapy as needed. Apply the spray directly to the affected area, following the instructions on the packaging. It should be used after the ice and compression steps. It's important to note that if your mother's ankle pain and swelling do not improve after a few days of RICE therapy, or if she experiences severe pain or difficulty walking, she should see a doctor for further evaluation and treatment.
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