Question 1

how can you treat a sprained twisted ankle?

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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 2

how do you tell the difference between a sprained or twisted ankle?

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Sprain vs twisted: I believe they are interchangeable.

Question 3

severe sprain 5 months ago. twisted ankle bad yesterday. severe swelling at back of ankle slight bruise diff walking but can. can i treat at home.

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Get it checked: The "slight bruise" suggests the sprain may be worse that it initially appears. Do see your physician and get it checked. Hope that helps.

Question 4

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 5

what is a grade 4 ankle sprain ?

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Severe sprain: with tearing of multiple ankle ligaments. possible tendon rupture, possible avulsion fracture, with associated severe pain, swelling and limitation of motion. Often associated with large hematoma formation.

Question 6

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 7

what is a second-grade ankle sprain?

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Partial tear: Sprains are graded one, two, or three. Grade one is a stretching of the ligament essentially with retained stability. Grade two is a partial tear of the ligament with some loss of support allowing the joint to open up to a degree but with a distinct end point. Grade three is a complete tear of the ligament with loss of stability.

Question 8

what makes an ankle sprain fast better?

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Ankle sprain: To heal a sprained ankle, it depends on the severity of the sprain.  If its a chronically sprained ankle with constant pain and instability, it will take longer than a mild outside sprain.  Usually 3-4 weeks of rest, icing, antiinflammatory meds (like advil (ibuprofen) or motrin), bracing or compressing wraps, with or without physical therapy should the starting treatment.  Hope that helped!

Question 9

what sort of problem is an ankle sprain?

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Sprain: See the note about ankle fracture. Most sprains are stretching of the ligaments, the tendons are elastic so they can move a little without breaking, but many of the tendon fibers may tear or stretch unrepairably, so that a permanent injury is found that can lead to degeneration of the cartilage and degenerative arthritis.

Question 10

could this be more than an ankle sprain?

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YES: There are several bones that can be broken with an ankle sprain; not all at the same time of course.

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