Swollen Ankle

[sweetnsexy]

I was playing football and slipped on the floor, since then my foot has been in a bandage, is there anything I can do do to reduce the swelling? and when the cold gets to the ankle the bone really hurts. why is that and wil it always hurt?

[AB Editor]

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[Octavius]

Obviouosly you should get this checked out by a doctor, but in the mean time try a cold compress (bag of froxen peas in a tea towel).

 

Sports injuries can be very serious and should be checked out straight away by a medical expert.

[sweetnsexy]

Thank you to u both (Octavius and AB Editor) for your answers. I have been told to use an ice pack as well as massaging the ankle with oil. if there are any other tips etc please send me a line Regards!

[enigma]

My husband did the same , injured his ankle as a result of playing football. He walked home with it badly swollen and limped about for a bit , complaining that it was painful. I pushed him into going to the doctor because he was quite happy to sit with just a bandage on it and endure the pain but it is just as well he did because his ankle was not just swollen but indeed broken ! He had been hobbling about on it and had no idea , which I found quite bizarre. Have you seen  a doctor ? If not  I would strongly urge you to see your doctor for peace of mind. Not that I am suggesting that your ankle is broken but it's best to get it checked out by a professional and follow the appropriate medical advice. Hope it feels better soon x

[enigma]

oops , sorry. Posted that just as your answer appeared saying that you have received advice.

[chiron]

we were taught with that sort of stuff RICE, rest, ice, compression (tubigrip) to reduce the swelling, and elevation, also reduces the swelling