Read More… To treat a sprained ankle, apply an ice compress for 15-20 minutes every 2-3 hours until the swelling goes down. You can also manage swelling by keeping your ankle elevated for 2-3 hours every day and wearing a compression bandage or elastic ankle brace.<\/p>\n

\nUsing an Ace bandage, wrap the ankle from the toes all the way up to the top of the calf muscle, overlapping the elastic wrap by one-half of the width of the wrap. The wrap should be snug, but not cutting off circulation to the foot. Elevation: Keep your sprained ankle higher than your heart as often as possible.<\/p>\n

\nWrap a handful of ice, an ice pack, or a bag of frozen peas in a dish towel or a thin piece of cloth. Apply the ice compress to the injured ankle, and hold it there for 15 to 20 minutes. Repeat this every 2-3 hours for as long as swelling persists.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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