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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Pain In Ankles Post Injury
hello doc, my 6 months pregnant wife got a fall sidewards with twisted ankle outside and foot inside while stepping down from pedestrian path, the anjle joint got swelling and pain. But she could be able to walk with nominal pain. What should we do now?
Hello dear I understand your concern Injury cause soft tissue damage and cause swelling and pain. Take following advises: Take bed rest till pain goes away: Application local volini gel and genlte massage will help you Out leg in warm water with added epson salt Avoid long standing and stay off your feet. Put pillow under the leg to keep the leg up during the rest time Once pain will relieved then Rotate ankle occasionally. Take rest adequately after walking. Wear comfortable shoes. If pain persists then consult the gynecologist for proper examination and treatment Hope this may help you
Contact further if follow up needed Best regards Dr. Sagar
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Pain In Ankles Post Injury
Hello dear I understand your concern Injury cause soft tissue damage and cause swelling and pain. Take following advises: Take bed rest till pain goes away: Application local volini gel and genlte massage will help you Out leg in warm water with added epson salt Avoid long standing and stay off your feet. Put pillow under the leg to keep the leg up during the rest time Once pain will relieved then Rotate ankle occasionally. Take rest adequately after walking. Wear comfortable shoes. If pain persists then consult the gynecologist for proper examination and treatment Hope this may help you Contact further if follow up needed Best regards Dr. Sagar