What Should You Do If You Sprain Your Ankle?
The doctor's office or emergency room are definitely the places to go for some foot and ankle problems. In the case of a broken lower limb, see a doctor and have the area x-rayed at the very least to make sure the broken ends are lined up for proper healing (or have them inserted).
A certain degree of diagnoses and treatment of some foot and ankle problems can, and should, be done on your own.
We need to mention that severe injuries usually require professional care before we discuss appropriate treatment for an ankle sprain. Contact the Dr. Arshia Roohian at All in one Foot Care Center if you have been experiencing intense pain after a sprain-or if you have tried to treat the injury on your own without success. An effective treatment plan will be created after we evaluate the injury.
Pain and swelling accompany ankle sprains, which can make it difficult to bear weight on the injured foot. In order to begin first aid when you experience these kinds of symptoms after rolling your foot awkwardly, follow these steps:
Consider using an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory pain reliever if the inflammation and pain are more severe. First contact our office for expert recommendations.
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If you are looking for foot care, you should reach out to an experienced podiatrist. Ready to schedule an appointment? Please contact one of our offices in Irvine or Laguna Woods, CA, or book an appointment in real-time.