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Twisted left ankle in driveway, wrapped it and elevated it since last night.whether i am on it or not still hurts. what should i do?

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Rice: If you can walk on it. It is unlikely you have a fracture. For the first 24 hours i would rest ice compression elevation. I would add to that otc medication such as aleve (naproxen) to reduce the pain and inflammation. I might also wear an ankle support/splint for a week. If it does not rapidly improve i would see an orthopedic doctor who may order an mri.

Answered 10/18/2016

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Twisted: See a podiatrist or orthopedist asap , you might have a fracture or torn ligament. Until the ice for 15 mob twice a day and crutches to limit stresses on the foot.

Answered 2/11/2013

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