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Is it bad to wear heels with a sprained ankle?
Ligament damage—If you suffer repetitive ankle sprains and a weakened ankle from wearing high heels, you could damage a very important ligament that helps you stabilize your ankle joint.
How long after ankle fracture can you wear heels?
Some patients can begin weight-bearing activities a few weeks after injury or surgery; others may need to wait 3 months or more before putting weight on the heel. Most patients are able to begin partial weight bearing between 6 and 10 weeks after injury or surgery.
When can I walk normal after a sprained ankle?
How Long Should You Wait to Walk on a Sprained Ankle? Generally speaking, the sooner you can walk on your ankle the better. If it is not too painful to walk on your ankle immediately after an injury it’s a good sign that you don’t have severe ligament or bone damage. Take it easy for the first 24 to 72 hours.
What to do right after you twist your ankle?
Treatment
- Rest. Avoid activities that cause pain, swelling or discomfort.
- Ice. Use an ice pack or ice slush bath immediately for 15 to 20 minutes and repeat every two to three hours while you’re awake.
- Compression. To help stop swelling, compress the ankle with an elastic bandage until the swelling stops.
- Elevation.
How long does a heel bruise take to heal?
A bruised heel can take one to three weeks to heal. If you’ve also bruised the heel bone, it may take up to six weeks for you to recover.
Can I wear high heels after ankle fusion?
About 8-10 weeks after surgery, you can go back to wearing regular shoes. Rush says you can wear whatever type you like, even high heels or sandals.
Is it OK to walk on a sprained ankle after a week?
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.