Care For Sprained Foot- 210 Questions Answered

I sprained the side of my foot. It has been more than a month since i sprained it. Is Hansaplast heat plaster good to be used?

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Dr. Hardik Bhangde Orthopedic surgeon | Mumbai

Hi If you have sprained your ankle, just a Hansaplast heat plaster won't work. It will only give you temporary relief. Your ankle needs to be given adequate amount of rest. *Apply a crepe bandage over ... Read More

Got a sprain in foot 4 days back. Not yet recovered. There is a swelling on foot still. What should be done.

Asked for Male, 37 Years 121 Views v

Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedist | Delhi

Kindly take Rest Elevation of foot. Crepe bandage on the foot and ankle. Paracetamol 1 tab sos.×3days Multivitamin.1 tab od× 5days ... Read More

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I am having foot sprain from part 7 days. It is increasing day by day. I have consulted a physiotherapist for it but still not getting any relief.

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Dr. Vishwas Virmani (PT) Physiotherapist | Noida

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Stretch Calves Get a custom made insole. Hams Stretching. Sports Taping. Hot Fomentation. ... Read More

Good Morning Doctors, My mother slipped in rain and she is suffering from foot sprain and she is unable to walk what should I do so that she could have some relief.

Asked for Female, 48 Years 61 Views v

Dr. Amit Dhairyawan Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon | Mumbai

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Sprained my foot last week. Seems to be ligament tear. Swelling is gone now but it still hurts during walking. What should I do ?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 249 Views v

Dr. Nitish Mandal Spine And Pain Specialist | Bangalore

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Hello, I am a pain specialist. If the swelling is gone and the pain is not much now, it doesn't appear to be a fracture. But if the pain is still too much, you should get an x ray done to rule out fra ... Read More

I sprained my foot and it really hurts to even walk. Please suggest some medicines which will alleviate the pain.

Asked for Male, 19 Years 220 Views v

Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia Orthopedic surgeon | Ahmedabad

Tablet zerodol sp ... Read More

Foot sprain while playing last week. Swelling is now decreased to 20%. However, pain is still There . Please suggest.

Asked for Female, 28 Years 52 Views v

Dr. Abdulbazed (PT) Physiotherapist | Bangalore

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Apply ice massage ... Read More

I have sprained my foit i just need a consultant to check if its only a sprain or a fracture, i can walk but its paining apart for keeping the foot at certain angles.. I am looking for a reasonable consultancy and some one with a x ray facility if needed

Asked for Female, 26 Years 48 Views v

Dr. Vishwas Virmani (PT) Physiotherapist | Noida

â¢ Calf Stretches â¢ Standing calf stretch â¢ Stand away from a wall and.put your fight foot behind you and be sure your toes are facing forward. Lean forward at the ankle while bending the right ... Read More

Good morning doctor.... My mom suffering from sprain in foot from 3-4 weeks ago. we take lotion for it but till date, there is no relief in pain. please help me, what i should i do?

Asked for Female, 50 Years 144 Views v

Dr. Vipul Aggarwal Orthopedist | Noida

Treatment is called PRICE that is P. protection/ R. rest/ I. ice packs / C. crepe bandage:compression/ E. elevation. Follow all these to reduce pain and swelling . I am presuming there is no fractu ... Read More

Sprained my foot 3 weeks ago but continuous pain exists. Putting volini and hot water dips but not helping. Please advise

Asked for Male, 26 Years 82 Views v

Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedist | Delhi

This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided. However I would like to examine & investigate you in detail. -Control Hypertension, Diabetes or metabolic disorder, if th ... Read More

Hi, I am suffering from side ankle sprain on left foot inside just below the ankle. Its been 2 weeks. Swelling is reduced but pain is till there. I am able to walk with pain. However, no fracture is been detected by physician. I want to how to heal from this pain completely and how much time it takes. I am currently applying ice , moov spray and ta

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Asked for Male, 39 Years 132 Views v

Dr. Akshay Ghatol Orthopedic surgeon | Raigad

as long u don't take proper rest. it will take more time. otherwise with rest it settles in 2-4 wks ... Read More

Hi! I am 18, and a little clumsy. I fell on the road 2 days ago and bruised my knee terribly. I am applying betadine. How long would it take to heal? Should I be worried? How can I take care of it?

Asked for Female, 18 Years 32 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

It's bacterial infection now..it will improve with medicine... for detailed medicine prescription do online consultation ... Read More

My foot is cracking from soles to ankles...the skin is becoming hard and has to be cut off by nailcutter. Applied multiple crack creams but no results . Please help with a good cream or solution

Asked for Female, 30 Years 57 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from psoriasiform dermatitis causing this foot cracks.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation ... Read More

I have multiple diseases like piles psoriasis and half headache but from past 6-7 months i am suffering problem any time my foot sprains and it becomes very difficult for me to walk and keep feet on floor and many times same happens with wrist

Asked for Female, 24 Years 28 Views v

Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia Orthopedic surgeon | Ahmedabad

Go for blood test RA Factor, esr, hba1c, uric acid ... Read More

While playing football, i had a fall and twisted my ankle, its paining a lot doctor, is it a sprain or fracture of my foot? Because there is no swelling noted, is there any remedy which i can do to have quick relief from pain or any over the counter pill, please advise..i will be grateful to you people!

Asked for Male, 17 Years 111 Views v

Dr. Himani Shah General Physician | Rajkot

If u can walk, it's not fracture Take painkillers Immobilisation of the part For 15 days rest ... Read More

My husband got his foot sprained and it has been over 25 days. Took painkiller to subside pain and swelling as directed by orthopaedic doctor. Still he is unable to walk properly. What should he do for speedy recovery. The doctor advised him to use ice pack on the area for few days and then followed by hot water after few days. What should he do? A

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Asked for Female, 29 Years 158 Views v

Dr. Srinivas kudala (PT) Physiotherapist | Hyderabad

Hi madam sprains are not gone early so that continue Crepe bandage application, rest , ice application and elevation. Then if it is possible go and consultant physiotherapist ... Read More

My son twisted his right foot and the portion between toe and the ankle on top side of foot swelled. We applied ice pack but the swelling is still there. What else should we do ? He doesn't has that much of pain only while walking a light pain is there but he is able to walk.

Asked for Male, 50 Years 136 Views v

Dr. Rahul Jaju Orthopedist | Aurangabad

Hi Consult directly with me through Practo for detail discussion, history , treatment plan and prescription. Here u can chat or can do audio or video call . Click on this link and get connected wi ... Read More

How to identify sprain from fracture? I twisted my ankle on Saturday and have pain and swelling in my left foot. I can walk to the washroom with the help of right foot and heel of my left as i am unable to put the whole foot on the ground. Had visited a physician and he made me move my toes and rest my foot on the heel which i was able to do and he

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Asked for Female, 34 Years 127 Views v

Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedist | Delhi

Kindly get a xray of the affected part. Further advice will be possible there after. ... Read More

Today, I experienced a minor slip in which I hurt my foot. Now the area over cuboid has swelled with excessive pain. Please suggest some pain reliever and also suggest is it sprain or fracture? Attached a picture for reference. Thanks in advance.

Asked for Male, 30 Years 74 Views v

Dr. Darpan Govil Orthopedist and Traumatology Specialist | Udham Singh Nagar

Seems to be Grade III/IV sprain. XRay Foot AP/Oblique ... Read More

Observing foot fissures on foot since 3months . What treatment and care is required to heal foot fissure ? Please advice.

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I had an ankle Sprain about 4 weeks ago. There was some swelling along with pain. Now the pain has subsided, however there is still some swelling and now I find some discomfort while walking especially when I foot in some angle. Please suggest what should I do?

Asked for Male, 37 Years 80 Views v

Dr. Siddharth Jain Orthopedist | Nagpur

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Continuous ankle brace for 3 months . Soft tissue healing takes more time than bony injury. Always try to wear shoes rather than sleepers. ... Read More

I got ankle sprain 3 weeks back ..wanted to know is their any problem in my foot is everything normal

Asked for Female, 32 Years 44 Views v

Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedist | Delhi

Kindly consult on video. ... Read More

Dr m travelling to pune for my exam and 3 days I have to stay thr at hotel... Pls suggest me what care has to be taken while travelling and while staying at hotel... Bcz m hvg fear abt covid... I need to stay at hotel and need to travel and for 3 days have to eat outside food... Pls suggest

Asked for Female, 25 Years 87 Views v

Dr. Taruna Laxmi Kanuga Dietitian/Nutritionist | Delhi

Sanitize your hands ,wear face mask ,social distancing. Avoid having cold drinks and salads etc ,eat light warm meals freshly cooked. Insist on clean bed sheets and blankets. Steam twice daily ... Read More

I had consulted an orthopaedic regarding the sprain in the ankle. After taking the X rays, it was found out that the problem was in the nerve and not the bone. So he had given me an injection and tablets for a week. And then suggested me to meet him for an another injection next week. Is this process reliable ? Are the injections and tablets needed

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Asked for Male, 24 Years 103 Views v

Dr. Jaideep Gaver General Physician | Coimbatore

Hello sir, Needs proper history and clinical discussion, please consult on my personal app, its completely free. *You can have chat or video call discussion* http://arth.link/drortho Or https://play ... Read More

I severely twisted and sprained my ankle and foot while descending stairs.I have applied spray for quick relief. I can stand on my feet but can't put full pressure on the twisted foot. Painting excessively.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 117 Views v

Dr. Mahesh Channabasappa Gonchikar Orthopedist | Bangalore

Will take 2 to 3 months to get better or else get an MRI scan done of ankle ... Read More

Ankle sprain in the right foot. Pls advise treatment. I had pain killer, did ice pack, iodex and crepe bandage. But pain is not reducing

Asked for Female, 38 Years 227 Views v

Dr. Rosemol Payankan (PT) Physiotherapist | Bangalore

Avoid ankle movements and you can go through price. Protection, rest, ice, compression, elevation is required. Compression can be done by crepe bandage. Consult a Physiotherapist and take ultrasound t ... Read More

I sprained my ankle while playing cricket ( I missed the ball and the bat hit directly my foot ) . It has been two weeks now and the swelling and pain has reduced. I don't know should I get an x-ray or give it more time to heal. I have been using volini and ice pack.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 423 Views v

Dr. Rajinder K Sharma Orthopedist | Chandigarh

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Send photo of X-ray ankle joint needs medicines ankle brace and rest consult me thru practo doctor app ... Read More

I was walking down the stairs and twisted my foot and sprained it.It has swollen now.Ive taken painkillers and have used a spray on the area.I am lying fown while elevating my right leg.I cant walk and im in a hostel.What bandage should I use.And can i use anything other than ice as i font have access to it.

Asked for Male, 22 Years 185 Views v

Dr. Nishit Palo Orthopedist | Noida

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If this is an ankle sprain, then you need to get a below knee walking cast done for 6 weeks. You can choose a air cast instead, if you want comfort . ... Read More

I got an ankle sprain. X ray shown no fracture. Doctor diagnosed it as midtorsal sprain in ligament. He applied a cast as shown in figure. Is this sufficient or should I get a plaster done? Also for how long cast/plaster be applied for sprain ? (Foot with socks was the one with sprain)

Asked for Male, 24 Years 289 Views v

Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedist | Delhi

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I would prefer a complete below knee plaster cast. ... Read More

I twisted my ankle a few days ago and then accidentally dropped a textbook on my foot yesterday. My foot has a constant pulsing feeling and is becoming more painful each day. My mom told me to wrap it but I can barely touch it or move it without being in pain. I keep walking on it hoping it will go away but it keeps getting worse. Theres no sign of

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Asked for Female, 16 Years 37 Views v

Dr. Govind Satheesh General Physician | Bangalore

ankle sprain needs rest, analgesics and antiinflammatory drugs. have a crepe bandage strapped around the ankle. make sure u dont walk with that fot. bed rest is advised. ... Read More

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I sprained the side of my foot. It has been more than a month since i sprained it. Is Hansaplast heat plaster good to be used?

Got a sprain in foot 4 days back. Not yet recovered. There is a swelling on foot still. What should be done.

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I am having foot sprain from part 7 days. It is increasing day by day. I have consulted a physiotherapist for it but still not getting any relief.

Good Morning Doctors, My mother slipped in rain and she is suffering from foot sprain and she is unable to walk what should I do so that she could have some relief.

Sprained my foot last week. Seems to be ligament tear. Swelling is gone now but it still hurts during walking. What should I do ?

I sprained my foot and it really hurts to even walk. Please suggest some medicines which will alleviate the pain.

Foot sprain while playing last week. Swelling is now decreased to 20%. However, pain is still There . Please suggest.

I have sprained my foit i just need a consultant to check if its only a sprain or a fracture, i can walk but its paining apart for keeping the foot at certain angles.. I am looking for a reasonable consultancy and some one with a x ray facility if needed

Good morning doctor.... My mom suffering from sprain in foot from 3-4 weeks ago. we take lotion for it but till date, there is no relief in pain. please help me, what i should i do?

Sprained my foot 3 weeks ago but continuous pain exists. Putting volini and hot water dips but not helping. Please advise

Hi! I am 18, and a little clumsy. I fell on the road 2 days ago and bruised my knee terribly. I am applying betadine. How long would it take to heal? Should I be worried? How can I take care of it?

My foot is cracking from soles to ankles...the skin is becoming hard and has to be cut off by nailcutter. Applied multiple crack creams but no results . Please help with a good cream or solution

I have multiple diseases like piles psoriasis and half headache but from past 6-7 months i am suffering problem any time my foot sprains and it becomes very difficult for me to walk and keep feet on floor and many times same happens with wrist

My son twisted his right foot and the portion between toe and the ankle on top side of foot swelled. We applied ice pack but the swelling is still there. What else should we do ? He doesn't has that much of pain only while walking a light pain is there but he is able to walk.

Today, I experienced a minor slip in which I hurt my foot. Now the area over cuboid has swelled with excessive pain. Please suggest some pain reliever and also suggest is it sprain or fracture? Attached a picture for reference. Thanks in advance.

Observing foot fissures on foot since 3months . What treatment and care is required to heal foot fissure ? Please advice.

I had an ankle Sprain about 4 weeks ago. There was some swelling along with pain. Now the pain has subsided, however there is still some swelling and now I find some discomfort while walking especially when I foot in some angle. Please suggest what should I do?

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Dr m travelling to pune for my exam and 3 days I have to stay thr at hotel... Pls suggest me what care has to be taken while travelling and while staying at hotel... Bcz m hvg fear abt covid... I need to stay at hotel and need to travel and for 3 days have to eat outside food... Pls suggest

I severely twisted and sprained my ankle and foot while descending stairs.I have applied spray for quick relief. I can stand on my feet but can't put full pressure on the twisted foot. Painting excessively.

Ankle sprain in the right foot. Pls advise treatment. I had pain killer, did ice pack, iodex and crepe bandage. But pain is not reducing

I sprained my ankle while playing cricket ( I missed the ball and the bat hit directly my foot ) . It has been two weeks now and the swelling and pain has reduced. I don't know should I get an x-ray or give it more time to heal. I have been using volini and ice pack.

I got an ankle sprain. X ray shown no fracture. Doctor diagnosed it as midtorsal sprain in ligament. He applied a cast as shown in figure. Is this sufficient or should I get a plaster done? Also for how long cast/plaster be applied for sprain ? (Foot with socks was the one with sprain)

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