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Suggest Medications For Ankle Ligament Tear In Elderly Women
Hi Dr.I am Manimala Ghosh. 63 years old.last year I got torned my left ankle ligament. It s paining all the time. Also experience pain in both the legs frequently. Some body (not a doctor ) told me to take Hifenac sr 200 mg when the pain is extreme. Pls advice.
Tue, 24 May 2016
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Ligament tears are treated by a code, " RICE"
REST
ICE
COMPRESSION
ELEVATION
You need use strapping or compression bandage to stabilize the ankle ligament.
Yes, you can take Hifenac sr 200mg, but not for long term, and only when there is severe pain.
Hope this helps
Best Regards
Dr Chaithanya
I will be glad to answer it for you
Ligament tears are treated by a code, " RICE"
REST
ICE
COMPRESSION
ELEVATION
You need use strapping or compression bandage to stabilize the ankle ligament.
Yes, you can take Hifenac sr 200mg, but not for long term, and only when there is severe pain.
Hope this helps
Best Regards
Dr Chaithanya
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