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Ankle Pain, No Swelling. Doing Regular Yoga. How To Get Rid Of Pain Permanently?
Question: Hi,
I am XXXXXXX, 31 years old Male.
From the past few weeks i have observed that my Right foot ankle pains, the pain is bearable, there is no swelling, this pain is also not on all days of the week.
This started after i slipped in my bathroom and there was pressure on my Right foot , although i didn't loose control.
I just wanted to know how to get rid of this pain permanently?
Would this pain increase in the future?
Is this managable myself?
Note: I do yoga moderately, daily morning.
Thank you,
XXXXXXX
I am XXXXXXX, 31 years old Male.
From the past few weeks i have observed that my Right foot ankle pains, the pain is bearable, there is no swelling, this pain is also not on all days of the week.
This started after i slipped in my bathroom and there was pressure on my Right foot , although i didn't loose control.
I just wanted to know how to get rid of this pain permanently?
Would this pain increase in the future?
Is this managable myself?
Note: I do yoga moderately, daily morning.
Thank you,
XXXXXXX
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The mild intermittent pain in the right ankle like you are having is likely to be due to a muscle sprain.
A mild to moderate degree of injury may heal on its own given time. To speed the healing, you can:
*Rest the ankle. Avoid putting excess weight on your feet specially during the pain.
*Hot fomentation of the ankle to reduce pain and swelling. Do it for 20-30 minutes every 3-4 hours for 2-3 days, or until the pain and swelling is gone.
*Compress your ankle. Use an elastic bandage, straps, or brace on your ankle.
*Elevate your foot on a pillow when you're sitting or lying down.
*Wear an ankle brace to stabilize it and protect it from further injury.
*Take anti-inflammatory painkillers. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), like Motrin to reduce pain and swelling.
*Practice stretching and strengthening exercises if your doctor recommends them.
This is likely to subside if given adequate rest. Do wear comfortable shoes and avoid wearing any sandals.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
Thanks for posting your query.
The mild intermittent pain in the right ankle like you are having is likely to be due to a muscle sprain.
A mild to moderate degree of injury may heal on its own given time. To speed the healing, you can:
*Rest the ankle. Avoid putting excess weight on your feet specially during the pain.
*Hot fomentation of the ankle to reduce pain and swelling. Do it for 20-30 minutes every 3-4 hours for 2-3 days, or until the pain and swelling is gone.
*Compress your ankle. Use an elastic bandage, straps, or brace on your ankle.
*Elevate your foot on a pillow when you're sitting or lying down.
*Wear an ankle brace to stabilize it and protect it from further injury.
*Take anti-inflammatory painkillers. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), like Motrin to reduce pain and swelling.
*Practice stretching and strengthening exercises if your doctor recommends them.
This is likely to subside if given adequate rest. Do wear comfortable shoes and avoid wearing any sandals.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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