How Can A Swollen Sprain In My Foot Be Treated?

Posted on Mon, 4 Sep 2023

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Question : I have sprained my foot & it's swollen , pl6 help with the same

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Need some more details

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Age and gender?
When did you sprain your foot?
Is the ankle joint swollen?
Have you tried any medications?

Waiting for your response.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (18 hours later)

29 Female
2 days ago
Right side of right foot just below the ankle
No medications yet , pain on touching it & discomfort while walking or climbing stairs

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (3 days later)

Brief Answer:
Crepe bandage

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

I would recommend a X-ray of the foot to rule out any hairline fracture. Meanwhile, you can apply Crepe bandage to restrict sprain on the joints of foot.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar