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My ankle i swollen slightly, not bruised but quite painful. i rolled it when i was out jogging. how bad of an injury is it and what should i do?
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Ice: Elevation, ankle brace, stop running foe a couple of weeks....
Answered 11/23/2013
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RICE: Rest, ice, compression, elevation. You should have it checked by a podiatrist or orthopedist. It will need to be xrayed. Treatment will depend on the severity of the injury.
Answered 11/23/2013
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