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I twisted my ankles, what should i do?

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RICE: Rest (stay off it, possibly use crutches for a while), Ice, Compression (wear an ankle brace or an ACE wrap), Elevation (Keep the ankle/ankles elevated instead of dangling down all the time. If you twisted it/them really badly, you might need to be checked out to make sure you didn't rip a tendon or even get a fracture. Once you are feeling better, do ankle strengthening exercises.

Answered 11/1/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. See physician for significant injury.

Answered 8/20/2015

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Ice and elevate: For starters you need to ice, wrap the ankles with a compression bandage and elevate your legs. If you are not allergic, OTC Advil (ibuprofen) or Motrin can help with the pain. Any persistent swelling, pain, bruising should be evaluated by a doctor for a possible fracture. Best wishes.

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Both?: how did you manage that? the answer would depend on how severe. The basic principles are RICE Rest Ice Compression Elevation

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