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When should you go to hospital with a sprain?
Signs that indicate an injury requires professional medical attention include: Rapid swelling or rapid bruising at the site of injury (within 15 minutes of the initial injury) Inability to move the injured joint (or movement causes sharp pain) Inability to put any weight on an injured limb.
How do hospitals treat sprained ankles?
Your doctor may recommend a splint or support while the sprain heals. If your foot is immobilized for an extended period, you may need physical therapy in order to regain full range of motion and to strengthen the muscles around your ankle. Although rare, severe sprains may require surgery.
How do you know if a sprained ankle is serious?
You have severe pain or pain that gets worse over time. You can’t put any weight on the injured ankle. You have trouble moving the injured ankle. If you heard a popping noise at the time of the injury….Is it a broken ankle or sprained ankle?
- Pain.
- Swelling.
- Bruising.
- Inability to bear weight on the injured ankle.
Do I need to go to the doctor if I sprained my ankle?
You probably won’t need to see your doctor about a sprain. But give them a call if: Your pain is severe or doesn’t get better with over-the-counter medications, elevation, and ice. You can’t walk, or you have severe pain when you do.
Can you move a broken ankle?
Typically, a minor ankle fracture won’t prevent you from walking. You might even be able to walk right after the injury. If you have a serious break, you’ll need to avoid walking for a few months. As your ankle gets better, you can slowly return to normal activities.
When should you get an xray for sprained ankle?
X-rays only required if there are bony pain in the malleolar or midfoot area, and any one of the following: Bone tenderness along the distal 6cm of the posterior edge of the tibia or tip of the medial malleolus. Bone tenderness along the distal 6cm of the posterior edge of the fibula or tip of the lateral malleolus.
Can you wiggle your toes if your ankle is broken?
Most believe that if they can wiggle their toes or move the ankle around that an ankle fracture has not occurred. The reason this is not true is because the nerves and muscles that allow the movement of the ankle have not been affected by the fracture.