Table of Contents
- 1 Can you exercise with a mild sprained ankle?
- 2 How long should you rest a mild ankle sprain?
- 3 Can you play on a sprained ankle the next day?
- 4 What are the symptoms of a sprained ankle with no pain?
- 5 When should you go to the ER for an ankle sprain?
- 6 How long does it take for a sprained ankle to heal?
Can you exercise with a mild sprained ankle?
For minor or moderate sprains, most people can start exercising their sprained ankle after a few days of rest. Simple motion exercises and strength training are essential to help the ankle heal properly.
How long should you rest a mild ankle sprain?
| Grades of ankle sprain severity | ||
|---|---|---|
| Severity | Damage to ligaments | Recovery time |
| Grade 1 | Minimal stretching, no tearing | 1–3 weeks |
| Grade 2 | Partial tear | 3–6 weeks |
| Grade 3 | Full tear or rupture | Up to several months |
Can you play on a sprained ankle the next day?
With a mild sprain, you may be able to resume your normal activities within a few days. However, if your sprained ankle is severe, it may be weeks before you can safely play sports again.
Can I walk on a sprained ankle after 2 days?
A grade 1 sprain causes little damage to the ligaments, and although the ankle will be tender for a few days, you can walk on it after a short period of rest. At grade 2 sprain, there is some tearing of the tissues and a longer recovery time of up to 4 weeks.
What is a mild sprained ankle?
With a mild sprain, the ankle may be tender, swollen, and stiff. But it usually feels stable, and you can walk with little pain. A more serious sprain might include bruising and tenderness around the ankle, and walking is painful.
What are the symptoms of a sprained ankle with no pain?
Persistent swelling of the ankle joints is usually accompanied by low-grade pain, but sometimes can occur without pain. Stiffness is another complication of ankle sprains and usually a consequence of excessive swelling or inflammation.
When should you go to the ER for an ankle sprain?
If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, seek emergency treatment immediately. Prolonged or chronic pain is the most common complication of an ankle sprain 2.
How long does it take for a sprained ankle to heal?
. Even severe sprains should be healed and pain-free after 8 weeks, so if pain persists (with inflammation) there is likelihood of an undiagnosed fracture, cartilage tear, or ruptured tendon. Prolonged pain without inflammation occurs primarily with nerve injury.
What is the best way to treat a mild ankle sprain?
The mild sprain, the patient with the mild sprain doesn’t need a specific therapy. They can [below] the ankle if it’s comfortable for them. Usually, we can start with physical therapy pretty quickly and the physical therapy, the main of the physical therapy is the first main, is to decrease the local swelling.