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CHANDIGARH
An ankle sprain is very commonly found in adults or especially women who wear heels regularly. It happens when someone twists an ankle while doing something as simple as walking or climbing stairs. There are some cases when an ankle sprain does not require any medical attention. But when pain is unbearable or you feel any bone fracture you need an emergency medical treatment.
It can be difficult to distinguish one type of injury from another on a call so make sure you explain your health problem to your doctor clearly or try to visit the hospital for better care.
Symptoms of ankle sprain, which do not need any medical attention, are:
- Pain started after twisting or rolling the ankle
- Swelling in the ankle
- Wounds due to the ankle roll
- Unable to walk on paws
- Tenderness when touched
Here are some home remedies which will give instant relief from ankle sprain:
- Take rest – Take rest till the pain gets relieved. Lie down with your feet straight, you can also place a pillow under your feet to give support.
- Wear comfortable shoes – After the roll wear comfortable shoes, even after getting cure women should wear shoes or flats to prevent ankle roll in future.
- Cold compressor – Place a cold compressor on the swelling part to get relaxation from pain.
- Stay hydrated – Drink liquids as much as you can.
- Eat a healthy diet – Consume healthily, take calcium and iron-rich food for fast recovery.
- Exercise in slow motion to dismiss the pain of the ankle can do slow stretching
- Massage – Do a massage with warm oil on the affected areas with soft hands.
After 2 days or when you get relief from pain, you can start walking as previously.
Things to avoid when you got your ankle twisted:
- Avoid stairs – Due to the ankle sprain, climbing stairs can be worse, so avoid till you recover properly.
- Avoid doing cardio exercises at the gym or home because doctors suggest not to put weight on the foot.
Signs that show that you need a medical consultant at the emergency:
- Pain and swelling that stays for more than two days.
- Unable to bear weight on the injured leg
- Numbness or weakness in the body while moving
Do not ignore the pain of an ankle sprain for more than 3days or think that there is nothing that can be treated. Treatment can speed up the recovery and reduce the risk of a chronic injury in the future.
