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Is It Safe To Travel By Flight With A Sprained Ankle?

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Posted on Mon, 31 Aug 2015
Question: I have had a bad fall. Resulting in severe hematoma to left knee and a sprained right ankle. Can I fly from XXXXXXX Italy home to XXXXXXX Ga USA about nine hours?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Sudhir Kumar (31 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
There is no harm in flying.

Detailed Answer:

Hl
Thanks for your query

I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar

I have gone through your query and understand your concern. There is no harm in flying. You can take analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief.Some movement/ walking is advised every 2 hours.

You can discuss with your doctor about it.

Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Is It Safe To Travel By Flight With A Sprained Ankle?

Brief Answer: There is no harm in flying. Detailed Answer: Hl Thanks for your query I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar I have gone through your query and understand your concern. There is no harm in flying. You can take analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief.Some movement/ walking is advised every 2 hours. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you. Wishing you a good health. Take care.