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What To Do For The Swelling In The Foot?

I tripped and the left outside part of my left foot hurts and it s a big swollen. I can walk but I have a bit of a limp. This happened to me in my childhood quite a few times but it always healed after a couple if days. Should I be worried. It happened today. My graduation is tomorrow so I m kind of nervous about possibly having to limp across stage. Any home remedies that really help with this issue?
Mon, 4 Jan 2016
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
You have ankle sprain with possible tear of the ligaments. You need to wear a non adhesive elastic bandage. Keep the limb elevated and apply ice. Take pain killers twice a day for 5 days after meals. Avoid bearing weight on that foot for 2 weeks. Wear Basketball shoes for better protection henceforth.
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What To Do For The Swelling In The Foot?

You have ankle sprain with possible tear of the ligaments. You need to wear a non adhesive elastic bandage. Keep the limb elevated and apply ice. Take pain killers twice a day for 5 days after meals. Avoid bearing weight on that foot for 2 weeks. Wear Basketball shoes for better protection henceforth.