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big2C/320/13/
SPRAINED ANKLE
text/12/28
For immediate relief, soak in
bucket or shallow pan of cold
water with ice cubes in it for
around 15 minutes or for as
long as is comfortable. Do this
several times. Keep your feet
elevated. Wrapping lightly
with an ace bandage has been
known to help. If it isn't too
tender, press points all around
the ankle bone for 3 seconds
each. Gently stroke the area
away from the swelling.You can
do this for yourself, but it
works better to have a friend
do it.
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text/328/29
Have someone gently stretch
your leg while you are laying
down; being careful not to
grasp the swollen or painful
area. Run your shower water (5
min. hot as you can stand and 5
min. cold alternately) over the
sprain. These seem to increase
circulation and to decrease
swelling. An inflatable cast,
called the Air Stirrip might
work for you. Ask your doctor.
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text/342/154
If you think the damage is more
than a simple sprain, consult
with a professional first.
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