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Best way to treat a twisted ankle?

My idiot husband has twisted his ankle ten days before a planned holiday. I'd welcome any advice on the best way to speed recovery. Would there be any benefit to seeing a doctor or physio?Thanks in advance.

Susan Kelly ● 4472d7 Comments

Twist it back into place.

David Wright ● 4472d

Get rid of idiot husband

Nikki Howard ● 4472d

Good ideas, both. I mean who tries to scurry down a grassy bank two minutes after a shower?

Susan Kelly ● 4472d

Ice it. Wrap it in a damp towel or tea towel and then place packet of frozen peas on top. My Physio says this is the best way to soothe inflammation.

Clare Gittins ● 4472d

And lots of rest for a few days

Sara Nathan ● 4472d

I fell off a ladder 2 months ago , on my birthday and gave myself the mother of all strains, visit to A&E x ray....,The advice was to use the joint as normally as possible, no support or crutches, once a fracture had been ruled out. Maybe worth having an X ray if it is still very painful after 5 days.They have observed self employed people who don't take time off after injuries against people who rest after injury and the overall recovery is best in people who use the joint.Physio yes, get some professional advice on exercise.It is getting better but soft tissue injuries can take a long time to heal. I would get professional advice if only to identify the injury properly.

Kim Rugg ● 4471d

I have booked him in with the physio tomorrow for massage, ultrasound and taping up. The physio will soon say if he thinks it needs a doctor.It's no worse than last night and he has been persuaded that it's not a good idea for him to go into central London as usual on a Thursday for his orchestra.We do take our bodies for granted. I had to make my own tea this morning! I feel like Lord Grantham would in the same situation.

Susan Kelly ● 4471d