Question 1

sprained my ankle due to soccer about 2 months ago. it got better than it was at first but it is still swollen and it hurts when i kick a soccer ball.

Accepted Answer

Sprained ankle: If you are still having swelling and pain two months after your injury, then it may be more than a sprain.  Were you seen by a doctor for your injury?  If you were then you should get a follow up exam.  If you have not seen a doctor then it would be advisable to see an orthopedic doctor that works with athletes.

Question 2

what can help with your back when you kick with your leg while playing soccer ? and thanks for helping me

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Strong core: Loose hamstrings and strong core lImit back extension with kick which side of back hurts which leg do you kick with?

Question 3

when i kick a soccer ball too much or too hard my foot drops, i literally can't walk because my foot doesn't lift upward. why is this, what can i do ?

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Foot drop: Lack of ability to maintain muscle tone after repetitive activity may be from issues with the metabolism, nervous system or the muscles themselves. See a doctor for further evaluation.

Question 4

i have a headache on one side of my head that randomly comes and goes everyday. i think its a cluster headache. i also kicked a soccer ball today and can barely feel my toe. no pain, feels like foot drop. is this from kick or do i have brain tumor?

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: You appear to be conjuring escalating disorders and self-diagnosing dire conditions.  Suggest you discuss your concerns in more thorough detail via a virtual consult to get down to the bottom of all of this.   (www.connect@healthtap.com).

Question 5

what are some good strengthening exercise for my ankle that i could do at soccer practice ?

Accepted Answer

Ankle: I would enter into Google ankle sprain. The same exercises we use to rehab a sprained ankle are helpful to prevent them. They are simple exercises and typically can be done with a resistance band

Question 6

my ankle hurts from my soccer game. ice didn't help. what now?

Accepted Answer

Possibly see doc: If you are having ankle pain that is not helping with at home conservative measures (ie the rice protocol, rest, ice, compression, elevation) then it is not a bad idea to check in with a foot and ankle specialist to ensure that there might not have been any other injury that might have occurred during the game.

Question 7

what to do if i rolled my ankle in my soccer game yesterday, what should i do now?

Accepted Answer

R.i.c.e: Rest
ice
compression
elevation

antiinflammatories are good as well if not contraindicated.

Question 8

i sprained my ankle 3 weeks ago during a soccer game.. and the pain keeps getting worse, should i get crutches?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: You may have "just a sprain", but some sprains can be severe to need extensive care, including surgery, immobilization, and/or physical therapy. Plus, you want to make sure you do not have a fracture.  Good luck!

Question 9

my 8 year old sons ankle got kicked during a soccer game.  he has been limping and complains of pain.  ankle is only a little swollen. what to do?

Accepted Answer

Anythings possible.: With no time frame given, it is hard to say. If this is recent, then ice, rest, elevation and a wrap are in order. To be safe consult with a orthopedic surgeon of podiatrist to evaluate for residual damage.

Question 10

what to do if i rolled my ankle yesterday playing soccer (sprained?

Accepted Answer

Sprained?: Rolling an ankle is more often than not a sprain. Follow the rice treatment. Rest, ice, compression and elevation. If no improvement see foot and ankle specialist.

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Sprained my ankle due to soccer about 2 months ago. it got better than it was at first but it is still swollen and it hurts when i kick a soccer ball.

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What can help with your back when you kick with your leg while playing soccer ? and thanks for helping me

A member asked:

When i kick a soccer ball too much or too hard my foot drops, i literally can't walk because my foot doesn't lift upward. why is this, what can i do ?

A member asked:

I have a headache on one side of my head that randomly comes and goes everyday. i think its a cluster headache. i also kicked a soccer ball today and can barely feel my toe. no pain, feels like foot drop. is this from kick or do i have brain tumor?

A member asked:

What are some good strengthening exercise for my ankle that i could do at soccer practice ?

A member asked:

My ankle hurts from my soccer game. ice didn't help. what now?

A member asked:

What to do if i rolled my ankle in my soccer game yesterday, what should i do now?

A member asked:

I sprained my ankle 3 weeks ago during a soccer game.. and the pain keeps getting worse, should i get crutches?

A member asked:

My 8 year old sons ankle got kicked during a soccer game. he has been limping and complains of pain. ankle is only a little swollen. what to do?

A member asked:

What to do if i rolled my ankle yesterday playing soccer (sprained?

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