Ankle Health Feed

Respected Lybrate user. Why are you neglect the problem till now. Why you don't be go doctor and take treatment. Why can you strech the ankle. Swelling is seen already.
Please go and consult orthopaedic doctor and take treatment, advices, precautions and preventive measures and counseling in this type of" sudden accidents (not motor vehicles)" in running also your doctor will guides you. What's you do and don't exactly.

Home care
to treat a swollen ankle or leg at home, remember the acronym rice:
rest. Stay off your ankle or leg until you can get to the doctor or until the swelling goes away.
Ice. Put ice on the swollen area as soon as you can for 15 to 20 minutes. Then repeat every three to four hours.
Compression. Wrap your ankle or leg snugly, but be sure not to cut off circulation. Support stockings may be an option.
Elevation. Raise your ankle or leg above your heart (or as far above yo...more

Prevention:
soak your feet in salt water or diluted vinegar to help dry up blisters.
Wash your feet with soap and water every day and dry them thoroughly, especially between the toes.
Wash socks, bedding and towels in water that’s 140°f (60°c) or higher. Combining washing socks and application of otc antifungal recommendations should treat most cases of athlete’s foot. You can disinfect your shoes by using disinfectant wipes (like clorox wipes) or sprays.
Put antifungal powder on...more

Cold compresses can help reduce swelling in the area. Cooling also helps to numb sharp pain. Apply an ice pack for up to 20 minutes, up to five times a day. Use a frozen gel pack, ice cubes in a plastic bag, or a bag of frozen peas. Wrap the cold pack in a soft towel. Do not apply a cold pack directly to skin.
Heat therapyheat helps to relax tense muscles and soothe a stiff area. It can help with muscle pain and arthritis in the shoulder. Use a heated gel pack, heating pad or a hot water bot...more

Rest prevents further injury and avoids stress on already inflamed tissue.
Put the ankle joint at rest by wearing a brace or splint.
Ice is probably the best treatment.
Ice will counteract the increased blood flow to the injured area.
It will reduce the swelling, redness, and warmth.
Applied soon after the injury, ice will prevent much of the inflammation from happening.
Compression can help keep down swelling. Compression wraps, such as ace bandages, do not provide much ...more

If you have trouble due to that you can remove the screws otherwise it is not required. I suggest you to wear ankle brace and also mcr chappals to make you feel better. Let us know we can help you it is available in our clinic we can send it by courier. If you do not become better too pls let us know so that we can give some alternate solution. Please send your address so that we can send the products ie. Anklet to use it in the ankle / foot, mcr chappals for your size and also the removable foo...more

•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 ankle
it’s also helpful to apply ice to the injured area as soon as you can to reduce swelling. On the first day, yo...more

Hello Lybrate user, if pus is detected then it should be done suction drainage .then only the pus can be drained out.

Ankle swelling
home care
to treat a swollen ankle or leg at home, remember the acronym rice:
rest. Stay off your ankle or leg until you can get to the doctor or until the swelling goes away.
Ice. Put ice on the swollen area as soon as you can for 15 to 20 minutes. Then repeat every three to four hours.
Compression. Wrap your ankle or leg snugly, but be sure not to cut off circulation. Support stockings may be an option.
Elevation. Raise your ankle or leg above your heart ...more

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