Question 1

what should i wear with sprained ankle?

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A Lace up brace.: For mild sprains, a lace up brace should provide sufficient support to allow for healing. The elastic wraps do not provide sufficient support.

Question 2

how long do i need to wear my aircast for a grade 1 high ankle sprain?

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Depends on degree of: sprain- figure 3-4 weeks. consult your private physician.

Question 3

how long should i wear the compression bandage for? 
sprained ankle 2 weeks ago. still hurts a little not nearly as bad. only a tiny bit swollen now

Accepted Answer

A good Start.: Still a little pain and swelling means that the ankle is still unstable. Two weeks is not enough time for a sprain of any substance. You may have to go 4 to 6 weeks for optimum recovery. Of course this is only guess work since you have not disclosed the severity of the sprain. You might try a little heat to speed the healing up.

Question 4

how long to wear a boot for a sprained ankle?

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Well: If just sprained probably do not need support and if you do just for a couple of days

Question 5

can i wear normal sneakers on my ankle sprain or should i remain barefoot to not put pressure on it?

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: You can read this link for more info, especially the treatment: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sprained-ankle/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353231

Question 6

will a sprained ankle require you to wear a leg boot or a cast?

Accepted Answer

Ankle Sprain: It may heal on its own with rest, ice, compression and elevation and a gradual return to your normal activities. However, a period of time in a boot or use of crutches may be necessary depending on the severity. A physical exam by an orthopedic physician will better be able to determine your appropriate course of treatment. Hope this helps and good luck!

Question 7

just got plaster cast for grade 3 ankle sprain today. how long will i have to wear. will this fix it?

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More info needed: If the x ray showed a tiny avulsion fracture answer is 6-8 weeks hopefully with some Physical Therapy to increase range of motion and strength. If the tendon tear ("Grade 3 suggests a tear with some bruising occured) is small 3-4 weeks should do the trick 4-5 with more significant tears. If you are not improving MRI study to evaluate the tendons is indicated.

Question 8

would it be a good idea to wear an ankle brace on a sprained ankle or do i just need to not wear a brace and slowly let it get better without one?

Accepted Answer

Depends on: ...whether you intend to again perform the same activity that sprained it in the first place.

Question 9

how long to wear an aircast boot for a 2nd to 3rd degree ankle  sprain (ortho said it was "at least a moderate sprain")? it has been 3.5 weeks and i c

Accepted Answer

The dr will usualy : Base his decision o palpating the region of injury to see if you have pain, place ankle thru range of motion and watch you walk and ask for your feedback. This coupled with the amount of time that passed will help make his decision. 3.4-4 weeks is certainly sufficient time if your not feeling pain. It is important to do strength training excercises afterwards. I still say get clearance from Dr.

Question 10

wearing the inflatable stirrup ankle brace for ankle sprain. have more swelling on ankle after wearing for hours when compared with not wear . normal?

Accepted Answer

Maybe not.: The brace is used to decrease your pain and increase stability.  If it is causing more swelling, it could mean that you are upright much more when you are wearing the brace and more swelling is generated, the brace is on incorrectly or is too tight, or that you don't need it.  Speak to the provider that gave you the brace.

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