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I tore some ligaments is my foot and it really hurts to walk and i was wondering whether or not i need crutches?
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Ligaments: The mainstay of treatment is to rest the foot so that healing can take place - if its not possible for you to walk then yes you should be using crutches for a short while.
Answered 12/15/2017
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Start ASAP.: Good thinking. You should also start the RICE protocol. Rest, ice, compression and elevation. If it hurts, then restrict your activity. A cam walker boot, with pneumatic compression capability works great. Ultimately, you might need to have your foot evaluated for the existence of more involved injuries. The ice should be restricted after 24-48 hours, depending on how your body handles the in
Answered 12/15/2017
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