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What is the best way to care for ankle pain (outside) at home when it is a flare up of an old injury?
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Old Injuries: Old Injuries can yield long lasting bouts of pain. Motrin/Alleve can help with the pain as can alternating hot pads or ice packs. Try to note where and when it hurts and what activities/positions bring out the pain, then modify routines and activities as needed to avoid. Physical therapy may be able to strengthen the muscles and tendons surrounding the injury.
Answered 2/9/2021
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