Ankle Sprains

Clinical Features:

• 1)Pain, especially when you bear weight on the affected foot.
• 2)Tenderness when you touch the ankle.
• 3)Swelling.
• 4)Bruising.
• 5)Restricted range of motion.
• 6)Instability in the ankle.
• 7)Popping sensation or sound at the time of injury.

Investigations:

• X-ray Ankle joint B/V

Rx:

• Rest 
  

1. Tab.Naprox(500mg) (Naproxen) 

• 1+0+1…...(after meal)..7 days (if pain)

2. Tab.Myloax/Lexaton(50mg) (Tolperisone)

• 1+1+1…….10 days(after meal)

3. Cap.Sergel(Esomeprazol)  (20mg) 

• 1+0+1……10 days

4. Tab.Rivo(0.5mg)(clonazepam) 

• 0+0+1…...10 days

5. Physiotherapy: Neurodynamics

6. Use Crepe bandage

if severe sprain :surgical repair may be needed

Advice:

RICE Therapy 

• Rest : Avoid activities that cause pain, swelling or discomfort.
  
• Ice. : Use an ice pack or ice slush bath immediately for 15 to 20 minutes and repeat every two to three hours while you're awake.
  
• Compression : To help stop swelling, compress the ankle with an elastic bandage until the swelling stops.
  
• Elevation.