Ankle Injuries

Ankle Sprain Treatment

 Ankle sprain treatment begins immediately following injury and usually continues for up to 2 weeks. The first 24 hours is the ‘bleeding’ phase. Treatment methods include the following: Cold therapy & compression Apply ice or cold therapy as soon as possible after injury. This reduces pain, inflammation, and swelling. Do not apply ice directly to …

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Sprained Ankle

A sprained ankle, a common injury, results from overstretched or torn ankle ligaments. This often causes pain, swelling, and reduced mobility, making walking and physical activities challenging. Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 10th Jan. 2022 Sprained ankle symptoms Upon spraining your ankle, immediate pain often signals the injury as your foot twists inward under your …

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