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Self-care when spraining an ankle
You can decrease swelling:
Resting and not putting weight on the foot
Raising the foot on a pillow or above the level of the heart
Apply ice every hour while you are awake, 20 minutes each time and covered with a towel or bag, for the first 24 hours after the injury. After the first 24 hours, apply ice for 20 minutes 3-4 times a day. DO NOT apply ice directly to the skin. You must wait at least 30 minutes between each application.
Pain medications, such as ibuprofen or naproxen, can help relieve pain and swelling. You can buy these medications without a prescription.
DO NOT use these drugs for the first 24 hours after injury. They can increase the risk of bleeding.
Talk to your provider before taking these medications if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, liver disease, or if you have had gastric ulcers or internal bleeding in the past.
DO NOT take more than the recommended amount on the bottle or more than what your provider advises you to take. Carefully read the warnings on the label before taking any medicine.
For the first 24 hours after the injury, you can take acetaminophen (Tylenol and others) if the provider tells you that it is safe to do so. People with liver disease should not take this medicine.
The most important thing is to always consult a specialist doctor to obtain the best and most efficient results in your treatment.
RIVERA FOOT & ANKLE: At Orlando H.Rivera DPM, our priority is to deliver quality care to informed patients in a comfortable and convenient setting. When you have problems with your feet, you need to turn to a podiatrist who listens and responds… an experienced doctor who knows the field and can effectively diagnose and treat your needs… a friendly physician who counsels you on the best ways to maintain and improve your health. Our physician(s) meet all these criteria. Plus, you benefit from a dedicated team of trained professionals who give you the individualized attention you deserve.
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