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I am recovering from a severely sprained ankle and i have high blood pressure. i cannot take anti inflammatory meds they cause drug interactions?
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RICE: Ice, elevate and rest. Cavemen didn't have antiinflammatories either and this is the tried and true remedy for most soft tissue ailments.
Answered 5/8/2019
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Talk to your doctor: You need to speak to your doctor and see how he wants to help medicate you if at all. Physical therapy may be better.
Answered 6/14/2015
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Time to Rest.: Severely sprained ankle can vary in treatment modes, depending on the severity. Having said that, The immediate treatment is rest, ice, compression and elevation. If a need to control the pain arises, then maybe the injury is more severe than thought. You can always call your local physician for a prescription.
Answered 6/14/2015
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