R.I.C.E
R - Rest (48 hours)
I - Ice to reduce swelling (48 hours - not full time ice, take it on and off)
C - Compression (Tight'ish bandage will also help reduce swelling)
E - Elevation (Keep it up to assist with circulation
After 48 hours introduce heat to the area (Hot Pack) to promote blood flow and healing.
Main thing (especially as we get older) is don't 'test' it to see how it has healed.....you can very easily re-tear anything that is healing.
Take it easy on the ankle for a while Alex.......you cant rush the recovery
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Originally Posted by xelasnave
Thanks Geoff. Not in the city but need to get back but I can't really walk or drive so wondering how long it may take to get better. I need to go but I don't want to risk further damage. It's been more than 24 hrs..I get asked when I am leaving here ..the way it feels it seems like I won't be mobile for days..but I can't remember having one and wonder what to expect.
Everyone says rest and cold packs which I am doing but as I said wondering when it should reasonably go away.
Alex
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