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Sprain in left foot
Got a sprain in foot 4 days back. Not yet recovered. There is a swelling on foot still. What should be done.
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Kindly take
Rest
Elevation of foot.
Crepe bandage on the foot and ankle.
Paracetamol 1 tab sos.×3days
Multivitamin.1 tab od× 5days
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Get an x-ray ankle ap lateral done.
Ice packs
Limb elevation
Rest
Anti-inflammatory
Locally voveron gel.
Next Steps
consult a orthopaedic surgeon once x-ray gets done.
Health Tips
limb elevation
ice packs
rest
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Sprain is a diagnosis made by the clinician. So if you have twisted your ankle or any joint in the body, it could lead to a sprain or a fracture. An x-ray will be required to diagnosed either of those.
Sprain is a partial ligament tear. Complete rest should be given to the joint involved. Apply ICE and do not Massage. Place the limb in elevation using 1-2 pillows until you get an X-ray.
Next Steps
x-ray of the concerned part
tab. Aceclofenac Twice daily after meals
tab. Pantoprazole once daily before breakfast
Health Tips
do not Massage over the injured area
do not walk until am x-ray is taken or pain subsides
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Get x rays foot
Apply ice
Limb to be kept elevated
Continue toe movements
Recovery can take upto 4 weeks
So relax and rest..
Consult after x rays
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