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medical people - sprained ankle

lemen99lemen99 member
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I think DH sprained his ankle.  He should apply ice for 15 min several times a day, elevate, take it easy....

Should he take Ibuprofen for swelling?

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Re: medical people - sprained ankle

  • KarlaRNKarlaRN

    RICE....rest, ice, compression, elevation.  You got it!  Ibuprofen would work for the swelling/pain, or Aleve for muscle pain as well.

     

    Hope he feels better soon!

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  • blondbomber23blondbomber23

    Ditto the above.

    Wrap it with an ACE to help reduce swelling. Elevate it often. He can ice it as often as 30 minutes every 2-3 hours (I generally have people put something between the ice and their skin, like a towel or tshirt). Ibuprofen or Aleve should help the swelling go down more quickly (and help with pain). Also, once those ligaments are stretched...they take some time to go back to normal. Be sure that he's careful while playing sports/running/etc for a few weeks.

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  • marleysmommarleysmom member
    yes!

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  • lemen99lemen99 member
    TY so much!
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