What could happen if you walk on a sprained ankle?

Question

I sprain my ankle too easily. I move in slightly wrong and it sprains. it pops everytime I walk. could there be something wrong with it.

Answer 1

More pain: If it is only a simple sprained ankle, walking on it too soon will only make the swelling worse and continue the pain. Sometimes a sprained ankle has significant ligament tears that can really make things worse if you walk on them too early, as they may not heal. Make sure to get an evaluation by an orthopedist.

Answer 2

Possible..: Hello, Depending on the severity of the sprain. If not so severe protected weight-bearing could be advised. If severe and it is not rested, you risk further attenuation and damage to the lateral ankle ligaments. This will lead to vicious cycle of continued pain and swelling. Its important that you consult a specialist for further advice. Feel better!

Answer 3

Yes if NO fracture: Ankle sprains are one of the most common extremity injuries. Most mild sprains are effectively treated with rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Walking is allowed and recommended as soon as it is tolerated. Splinting or bracing can be useful to speed up recovery and the ability to walk with more significant ankle sprains.

Answer 4

Depends on severity: A high grade ankle sprain is best served being non-weight bearing. If a patient wants a tight ankle after a sprain, he should be nonweight bearing for a week or two and then gradually walk with a supportive ankle brace. The most common reason for persistent ankle sprains is incomplete rehabilitation from an ankle sprain. Typically the ankle feels ok after 3 weeks but won't be completely healed.

Answer 5

With a brace : Would be preferred, if not painful....

Answer 6

Try it: Usually it's recommended to ice, rest, brace and use of antiinflammatory meds, but if you don't have much pain or selling, then feel free to walk. Hope this helped.

Answer 7

Gentle pressure: Be aware that if the ligaments are totally ruptured, ambulation is not recommended. The ligament tear (sprain) in varying degrees. If the ankle is unstable, the ligaments may be totally separated, in that case you do don't want to put pressure on the ankle.

Answer 8

When it is healed: This can be determined by using pain and swelling as guidelines.

Answer 9

Depends : On severity of the sprain. Most severe sprain can take at least 6 weeks. Consult your doctor.

Answer 10

Sprained ankle: Minor sprains should be fine to walk on it, especially if there is no pain, swelling or instability. Let pain and swelling be your guide. Hope this helps.

Answer 11

Depends: It depends on how bad the sprain is, how much pain, swelling.

Answer 12

Yes: Pain depends on position of the ankle.

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