Question 1

is it possible to fake an ankle sprain and get crutches?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, you can fake a lot of symptoms and diseases.

Question 2

do i need crutches for a sprained ankle?

Accepted Answer

Crutch will help you: Although sprains are not life threatening, but they can be quite annoying, and also require immobilization.

By using crutch you will be able to give your ankle chance to heal better. So it is better for you to utilize it as necessary help.

Question 3

do you think i'll need crutches for a sprained ankle?

Accepted Answer

Depends: on the severity. If severe pain, swelling and difficulty walking,see Specialist who will properly diagnose and treat.

Question 4

can i get a massage on my sprained ankle?

Accepted Answer

Massage: Very carefully, yes - safer than pills for you

Question 5

how can i get relief from a high ankle sprain?

Accepted Answer

High ankle sprain: The high ankle sprain involves the anterior/inferior tibial/fibular ligament and may involve the interosseous membrane between the tibia and fibula. Caused by the wedge-like shape of the talus in the ankle mortise with the rotational moment of the injury, you can stretch, sprain or tear these structures, leaving the ankle unstable during gait. The only definitive evaluation is an MRI.

Question 6

after one ankle sprain, is it easy to get more?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Each incident causes stretching of the tendon and ligaments and makes it easier to have more.

Question 7

do you need crutches for a ligament sprained ankle?

Accepted Answer

Depends: On what grade or how severe the sprain is.  If ligaments are torn i would use crutches.

Question 8

how can i get my ankle to stop hurting after having an ankle sprain?

Accepted Answer

RICE: You need to follow the rice protocol: rest, ice, compression and elevation. Nsaids (advil) is also an adjunct to treatment. This should minimize your pain.

Question 9

from professional experience how long has ankle sprain taken to get better?

Accepted Answer

It depend: On the severity of the ankle sprain. Grade 1, take about three or four weeks, 2grade two take about 4-6 weeks grade 3 it take about 8 weeks. Thank you.

Question 10

how can you make a sprained ankle heal  faster? even though i can still walk with little limp should i use a cane or crutches to walk places

Accepted Answer

Ankle sprain: Remain off the ankle until you are able to walk and run without discomfort. Elevate and rest as much as possible. All the best.

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