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Suggest Treatment For Pain And Swelling In The Ankle Post An Accident
Question: Hi Sir,
I have met with an accident on 31-Oct-2016 and had an ankle fracture with ligament tear. I had PoP for 6 weeks and then used crape bandage for few days after that. I still have swelling in my ankle part. Sometimes it pains a bit if i stress on my leg but not too much. Is it the expected behavior or should i consult any doctor or have a re X ray for further assistance. Also, is that okay if i perform and continue physical activities like dance and gym as it is already 5 months. Please suggest and let me know ASAP.
Thanks & Regards,
Geethika
I have met with an accident on 31-Oct-2016 and had an ankle fracture with ligament tear. I had PoP for 6 weeks and then used crape bandage for few days after that. I still have swelling in my ankle part. Sometimes it pains a bit if i stress on my leg but not too much. Is it the expected behavior or should i consult any doctor or have a re X ray for further assistance. Also, is that okay if i perform and continue physical activities like dance and gym as it is already 5 months. Please suggest and let me know ASAP.
Thanks & Regards,
Geethika
Brief Answer:
Post traumatic stiffness.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The pain and swelling that you can see is likely to be due to a post traumatic stiffness. This can happen after a fracture and a ligament injury. Getting an X-ray done will help in understanding if the bone has healed well or not.
You need to start with physiotherapy first so that you regain the full ankle movement. Do not start with any vigorous exercise right now like gym or dance. Do consult an orthopedician after X-rays.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Post traumatic stiffness.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The pain and swelling that you can see is likely to be due to a post traumatic stiffness. This can happen after a fracture and a ligament injury. Getting an X-ray done will help in understanding if the bone has healed well or not.
You need to start with physiotherapy first so that you regain the full ankle movement. Do not start with any vigorous exercise right now like gym or dance. Do consult an orthopedician after X-rays.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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