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I have recently sprained my ankle should i remove my shoe and sock or keep them on to try and stop swelling?
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Remove them, apply cold compress 15 minutes 4-5 times while awake in the next 24 hours. Raise your foot above the heart level when you have a chance, e.g. lying down in bed or on a recliner.
Answered 8/4/2022
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