Get the App
For Doctors
Login/Sign-up
Health Query
Share
Bookmark
Report
HI, I am 38 yr/M have hurt my ankle have right lateral malleolus. Have got fibre cast for the same medicine. I am allowed to walk with crutch. How long duration will cast be there up to Or can I request for a splint as an easier option? Please advice.
3Doctors Answered
89% (12201 ratings)
Ask Free Question
Ankle pain. Our suggestion would be to do hot water fermentation along with Cold (ice) therapy. You shall also keep a pillow under the knee while sleeping, next is you can keep ice in the painful area for about 5--10 minutes.
1 person found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YESSOMEWHATNO
90% (22240 ratings)
Ask Free Question
Chiropractic adjustment will help. Stretch claves Get a custom made insole.
0 person found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YESSOMEWHATNO
89% (17 ratings)
Ask Free Question
Will heal in 6-8 weeks don't worry wait.
0 person found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YESSOMEWHATNO
Take help from the best doctors
Suggestions offered by doctors on Lybrate are of advisory nature i.e., for educational and informational purposes only. Content posted on, created for, or compiled by Lybrate is not intended or designed to replace your doctor's independent judgment about any symptom, condition, or the appropriateness or risks of a procedure or treatment for a given person.
Book appointment with top doctors for Splinting treatment
View fees, clinic timings and reviews
Ask a free question
Get FREE multiple opinions from Doctors
posted anonymously
Treatment Enquiry
Get treatment costs, find best hospitals/clinics and know other details