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A member asked:
Are you supposed to still ice a sprained ankle after a month of injury?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Maybe: Icing is effective in controlling pain and swelling from inflammation. It is usually used for the first 2-3 days after trauma. If you have pain a month later, something besides acute inflammation is the cause. See a podiatrist or orthopedist for an evaluation. You may have a fracture, cartilage or ligament injury requiring more extensive treatment.
Answered 4/16/2013
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Sprain : Ice after a month may make it feel better but other than that wont help much. Compression will help and if haven't seen doctor yet would advise you to.
Answered 9/28/2016
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