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 grade 2 ankle sprain?and how should i tell my parents to get me crutches because they think i'm a big baby?

Accepted Answer

Non weight bearing: If it is painful to put weight on your ankle, then you should avoid doing that as much as possible.  The pain is an indication that you are reinjuring the ankle and it will take much longer to heal, and can even result in permanent damage if you continue bearing weight on the ankle.  You must have seen a doctor, perhaps that doctor can help convince your parents.

Question 3

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 4

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 5

can i get a massage on my sprained ankle?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

how long to get healed from a sprained ankle?

Accepted Answer

Depends: On how bad the sprain is, sometimes can take as long as a break whih is 6-8 weeks, though that is for a severe sprain.

Question 7

if i'm unable to bear weight on sprained ankle, how am i supposed to get around?

Accepted Answer

Ankle: You can use crutches and a camwalker boot

please consult an orthopedic or podiatric surgeon.

Question 8

why might it be that when you get some bad injury (say a sprained ankle), it swells?

Accepted Answer

Splint: Swelling is a tissue reaction to trauma and acts as natures splint to limit motion to the effected area. Ingenious.

Question 9

is it good to use crutches for ankle sprain?

Accepted Answer

Sure: As long as the foot that is sprained is the one in the air.....    :-).

Question 10

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.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Should I get crutches for a sprained ankle

A member asked:

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

A member asked:

Do i need crutches for a grade 2 ankle sprain?and how should i tell my parents to get me crutches because they think i'm a big baby?

A member asked:

Do i need crutches for a sprained ankle?

A member asked:

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

A member asked:

Can i get a massage on my sprained ankle?

A member asked:

How long to get healed from a sprained ankle?

A member asked:

If i'm unable to bear weight on sprained ankle, how am i supposed to get around?

A member asked:

Why might it be that when you get some bad injury (say a sprained ankle), it swells?

A member asked:

Is it good to use crutches for ankle sprain?

A member asked:

How can i get relief from a high ankle sprain?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?