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Regarding ankle sprain.
It's been 2 weeks since I got the ankle sprain. Pain has been reduced to some extent. Is it better to apply ice OR hot water ? And if we are applying ice even now is there any disadvantage?
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I would recommend ice. R I C E
R - Rest to the limb
I - Ice
C- Compression with crepe
E - Elevation
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Ankle sprain needs to be evaluated and checked by a orthopedic doctor.
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If not then the problem can become chronic so visit one seen
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Dont do any strenuous activity running or dancing
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Dr. Munde Rajeev
Orthopedic surgeon
15 yrs exp
Pune
Protect it at least with crepe bandage ...
Do alternate hot and ice fomentation.
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visit any Orthopaedic doctor . ankle sprain shud not be neglected
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Take care
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Dr. Jaideep Gaver
General Physician
15 yrs exp
Coimbatore
Hello sir,
Needs proper history and clinical discussion, please consult on my personal app, its completely free.
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Dr. Rajinder K Sharma
Orthopedist
43 yrs exp
Chandigarh
Both equally good continue for three weeks consult me online thru practo
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