Question 1

i think i have a grade 1 high ankle sprain. this happened wednesday night. can i play lacrosse tomorrow if i tape my ankle?

Accepted Answer

Pain/function: The ability to play sports with an ankle sprain depends on many factors: how much pain do you have? What is your function- can you run and cut with your typical speed and skill? Are you 90% or 70%? How important is this game? Reinjury may increase the severity and cause you to be out for a longer period of time. Yes, taping or a brace would be recommended if attempting to play.  Think big picture.

Question 2

what is a high ankle sprain?

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involves the t-f lig: The ligaments that attached to the front ; back of the tibia; ; fibula that keep them from spreading causing a widening of the ankle mortise. Grade 1= moest minor ; grade 3 is a complete tear ; is often surgical.Isurgical . In the illustration they r the ant inf ; post inf t/f ligaments.

Question 3

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 4

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 5

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.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

i have a high ankle sprain how long do i have to wait to start rehabbing? it's been 3 weeks.

Accepted Answer

Talk to your doctor: That would really be determined by your treating doctor.

Question 8

what to do for an ankle sprain in high heels?

Accepted Answer

RICE: Simple things like rest, ice packs, compression wraps and elevation are helpful in the immediate setting.  If this does not help, it may we helpful to see a podiatrist or foot and ankle orthopedist who can get xrays to ensure there are no breaks and properly immobilize you in an ankle brace or boot.  You may want to consider flat shoes in the future.

Question 9

i had a high ankle sprain from basketball in september and its still swollen in january...why?

Accepted Answer

Ortho evaluation now: If you have not already been evaluated by a sports medicine or fort and ankle orthopaedic specialist, you need to seek such an evaluation now. Most high ankle sprains, though slow to heal, should be resolved by 4 months. Stress x-rays and MRI may be indicated. You could have a concomitant injury to the cartilage within your ankle joint (mri best), and/or residual instability (stress x-rays).

Question 10

i've had a high ankle sprain for a couple of weeks and i am still in pain.  should i continue to walk (limp), or use crutches?

Accepted Answer

Cast or brace: Typically these are treated in a cast or brace for several weeks depending on severity.

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