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I hit my ankle on a metal leg of my bed there is no swelling or brusing after i hit it i rolled it pain when walking what should i do?

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Dr. Gregory Kramer answered

Rest/Ice/Compression: (RICE) Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. Utilize a compression sleeve for two weeks after injury to prevent reinjury.

Dr Friedlander and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/2/2016

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Ice it: wrap ankle if you can in something like an ace bandage, see a foot/ankle doc for further care if still painful. (rule out fracture)

Answered 5/8/2016

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A member asked:

I hit my ankle on a metal leg of my bed there is no swelling or brusing after i hit it i rolled it pain when walking what should i do?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Gregory Kramer answered

Dr Friedlander and another doctor agreed

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

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