Question 1

best way to treat a sprained ankle?

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It depend: We grade torn ligament to three levels.
1-grade 1.
2-grade 2.
3-grade 3.

The first two usually are treated non surgical, by cast or brace for about 4-6 weeks.
The third one usually treated surgically.

Question 2

how do you treat a sprained ankle from volleyball?

Accepted Answer

RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Question 3

what happens if you don't treat a sprained ankle and/or fracture?

Accepted Answer

See below: It can turn into a permanent deformity

Question 4

what should i do to treat a possible sprained ankle?

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Ankle sprain: Your should rest, ice, compress and elevate the foot and ankle. You may also need a ankle brace to help support the ankle. If the pain does not decrease, you should see a doctor for further evaluation.

Question 5

how is an improperly healed double sprained ankle treated?

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ANKLE PAIN: Persistent pain may indicate occult (hidden) injuries that may require further evaluation prior to a treatment recommendation. It is also possible that your persistent symptoms are related to "improper healing"; in which case orthopedic referral and likely physical therapy would be in order.

Question 6

i have had a sprained ankle for about a month and a half. what can i do to treat this asap?

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See details: If the pain and possibly the swelling continue to persist, it needs to be evaluated. See an orthopedist and get the area x rayed as a start.

Question 7

how is a high ankle sprain treated?

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It Depends: There are differing opinions with this subject.  But a high ankle sprain needs to be immobilized, usually in a boot, sometimes walking and others using crutches to start with.  The recovery time is usually longer than a standard ankle sprain.  On occasion if there is a major tear of the ligament, surgery can be needed to fix it.

Question 8

how would you treat a grade 1 ankle sprain?

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T L C: We treat it with with removable cam boat which you could with and remove it when you want for three weeks.Motrin

Question 9

what is the best way to treat an ankle sprain?

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RICE: In general, the best way to treat any sprain or strain is by the rice protocol...Rest, ice, compression (wrap), elevation....As long as you have no contraindications, use of an NSAID is usually helpful as well... Ibuprofen or Naproxen are two over the counter options....As the swelling subsides, gentle start range of motion exercises by making circles in the air with the ankle in all directions...

Question 10

what is the best way to treat a high ankle sprain?

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R.I.C.E.: ( r ) est: 
if the pain is continual, rest is an important way to prevent further injury.
( i )ce: 
for  a 20-minute cycle apply a towel- wrapped ice pack to the sprain (20 minute on and 20 minutes off).
( c )ompression: 
to help restrict the swelling wrap an elastic bandage tightly around the injury. 
( e )levation: 
elevate the ankle to even with your heart. This aids fluid away from the injury.

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