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Asked for female, 22 years old from Kolhapur
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You can use lukewarm murivenna for application externally and tamarind leaves soaked hot water for washing legs.
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Respected lybrate user...! Maybe your problem is higher CRP levels and either long standing periods or poor posture, ergonomics and Higher BMI....! Please focus on those things and take treatment and suggestions, precautions and preventive measures....!
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Physiotherapist•Chennai
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Home treatments
You may be able to treat mild sprains at home. Recommended home care treatments include:
• using elastic bandages (such as an ACE bandage) to wrap your ankle, but not too tightly
• wearing a brace to support your ankle
• using crutches, if needed
• elevating your foot with pillows as necessary to reduce swelling
• taking ibuprofen (such as Advil) or acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) to manage pain
• getting plenty of rest and not putting weight on your a...more
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Physiotherapist•Chennai
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Towel stretch
the towel stretch will stretch the muscles in the lower legs and ankles.
To perform a towel stretch, follow these steps:
sit with both legs straight out in front.
Wrap a towel around the top of the foot, holding the towel at either end.
Gently pull the towel so that the toes angle back toward the body.
Hold the position for 30 seconds, and then release for 30 seconds.
Repeat the stretch 3 times, and then switch to the opposite side.
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•do contrast bath ie. Take two tubs in one you can fill hot water (ie. Bearable heat) to immerse the feet in the tub and you will have good effect ie. Warmth effect. Further to that wipe with towel and immerse the feet in the cold water (ie. Ice water bath) which will help you to reduce the inflammation. Once this is done you can do some ankle movements to both the feet which will help you to boost and improve the blood circulation. As I said over the phone please use anklet which I have already...more
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•do contrast bath ie. Take two tubs in one you can fill hot water (ie. Bearable heat) to immerse the feet in the tub and you will have good effect ie. Warmth effect. Further to that wipe with towel and immerse the feet in the cold water (ie. Ice water bath) which will help you to reduce the inflammation. Once this is done you can do some ankle movements to both the feet which will help you to boost and improve the blood circulation. As I said over the phone please use anklet which I have already...more
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How is an ankle sprain treated?
Treating a sprained ankle promotes recovery and prevents further discomfort. It’s important not to put weight on the injured area while you’re recovering from an ankle sprain.
Home treatments
you may be able to treat mild sprains at home. Recommended home care treatments include:
•using elastic bandages (such as an ace bandage) to wrap your ankle, but not too tightly
•wearing a brace to support your ankle
•using crutches, if needed
•ele...more
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Asked for male, 22 years old from Delhi
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bhms, DNHE

Homeopathy Doctor•Asansol
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U massage your leg with a powerful ayurvedic home made oil.
Using clove ,karpoor, garlic (7pc). Heat in musturd oil.
Using it 3 times.
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