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What will you do if your brother sprained an ankle?
Rest the ankle (use crutches if needed) Ice the ankle for 20 to 30 minutes every 2 to 3 hours for the first 2 days. Compress (wrap) the ankle lightly — not tightly — with an elastic bandage or ankle brace. For the first 48 hours, elevate (raise) the ankle higher than your heart whenever you’re lying down.
How do you make a quick recovery from a sprained ankle?
RICE
- Rest. Resting the ankle is key for healing, and wearing a brace can help stabilize the injured area.
- Ice. Using an ice pack may reduce blood flow to the injury and help ease pain and swelling.
- Compression. Compression helps stabilize the injured joint and may reduce swelling.
- Elevation.
How long should you rest a twisted ankle?
Mild-to-moderate sprains should heal enough to walk on within a few weeks. But it may take up to two or three months to get back to normal, including playing sports. If you have a very bad ankle sprain, it may take several months to recover, especially if you need surgery.
Whats the difference between a sprained ankle and a twisted ankle?
A sprained ankle is similar to a twisted ankle but to a greater degree. When you sprain your ankle, it means you have stretched, and possibly even torn, the ligaments of your ankle. If your ankle is swollen, bruised and painful after you twist it, then you have most likely sprained it.
Is apple cider vinegar good for ankle sprains?
For a SPRAINED ANKLE, soak two brown paper bags in cider apple vinegar and apply it hot to the ankle. This reduces the swelling and relieves pain.
Is Icy Hot Good for ankle pain?
Another option for treating a sore ankle is using analgesics. This treatment works well for reducing pain but it won’t treat swelling. Look for over the counter creams such as being Bengay, Icy Hot, or Aspercreme to help reduce the soreness of the injury.