Can a sprained ankle turn into a break?

Sprains can be mild to severe. There are three bones in the ankle joint—the tibia, fibula and talus—an injury can cause one or more of these bones break, or fracture.

Is it worth going to hospital for a sprained ankle?

People with a more severe ankle sprain — characterized by extreme bruising or swelling and an inability to bear weight on the foot without significant pain, or when there doesn’t seem to be any improvement over the first several days after the injury — should seek medical attention, Drs.

Do you know how to treat a sprained ankle?

There’s a protocol for sprained ankle treatment. Too much ice or compression can set you back. Use your doctor’s support and make sure to be extra gentle. Injuries are traumas to the body. Extra stress comes from not knowing how to help it. You’re not expected to know a sprained or broken ankle off the bat.

How do I know if I have a broken ankle?

A broken ankle is the most severe type of ankle injury and will need to be confirmed by a doctor using an x-ray. Signs your ankle is broken include pain, swelling and bruising, accompanied by pale skin, inability to move the toes, and numbness. A cast or boot is usually required to help heal a broken ankle, depending on which ankle bone is broken.

How long does it take for a broken ankle to heal?

A cast or boot is usually required to help heal a broken ankle, depending on which ankle bone is broken. Assuming surgery isn’t needed, you should be back to normal after 4–8 weeks. Whether you have a strain, sprain, or break, ankle injuries hurt. The best way to treat your injury is to seek care as soon as possible.

Should I go to urgent care for an ankle injury?

Injuries are traumas to the body. Extra stress comes from not knowing how to help it. You’re not expected to know a sprained or broken ankle off the bat. Ankle injuries are common, so you can be sure we can help. Sprained ankles are urgent matters—so tend to them with urgent care.