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What is the best treatment for a sprain with ankle swelling?
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Ice: Ice, non weight bearing and immobilization of the ankle.
Answered 5/6/2019
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Do these: Rest, icing, elastic ankle bracing keeping off of it and over-the-counter pain relievers may provide some relief. If it is not showing further improvement, get it checked out by a podiatrist or orthopedist. You may have injured or irritated more than your ankle.
Answered 11/8/2014
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