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What works in taking care of a really bad sprained ankle?
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Ankle: R.I.C.E. Rest, ice, compression and elevation. Stay off it but get it checked. Good have torn ligament or fracture so get at very least an x-ray.
Answered 4/29/2013
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R.i.c.e: Rest, ice, compression, elevation, antiinflammatories can help, reha or physical therapy as well.
Answered 9/28/2016
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