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I sprained my foot 1 week ago. should i use heat or ice?
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Heat: The rule of thumb is to use ice for the first 72 hours and then switch to heat.
Answered 4/28/2012
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Probably ice: If your foot is still swollen after a week you really should be examined and xrayed to rule out potential fracture. Assuming the xray is negative i would probably still use ice for 15 minute intervals to help decrease swelling.
Answered 4/28/2012
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