I sprained my ankle yesterday, in gym. it's swollen and hurts. I also have a bruise on my right knee.
Tonight, I have a huge winter ball. The swelling is pretty bad still. Is there anything I can do to hide the bruise and make the swelling/pain a little better? I really want to have a good time, and so far things are a mess. Can someone help me, please?
2007-02-03 01:23:49 · 10 answers · asked by ncatcrzy135 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
Elevate the ankle and ice it for 10-15 min @ a time to bring down the swelling. Also motrin ,advil, or aleve will help if taken as directed. If you have an ace bandage wrap it up. The bad news is this: if you were planning on wearing nice high heels you will have to go out and get some cute little flats.(Get something plain and bling them up for fun and fashion.) As far as the bruising, try wearing some dark nylons if they would look good with your dress. there are medical cosmetics that will cover up scars and other deformities, but you mat not have much luck finding them on such short notice. Last piece of advice,Either bring crutches or be prepared to sit alot.gl.
2007-02-03 01:45:14 · answer #1 · answered by knownot 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ibuprofen / advil is what my son had to take 400 mg every 4 hrs. for pain an swelling. Aslo keep elevated as much as possible and limit your dancing. the ace bandage was also suggested to support his ankle.
Would suggest you do not wear heels if possible.
Hope you enjoy your ball.
2007-02-03 09:32:23 · answer #2 · answered by noblelady 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stay off your leg completely until you go... keep it elevated such as on a couple of pillows... above the level of your heart... ... Take anti-inflammatory medications.. such as both tylenol and ibuprofen at the same time... every couple of hours (as much as your stomach can handle)... this may help... but if it is already swollen up and has color... there may not be a significant change by this eve.... good luck...--- yes cold compresses will supress additional fluids from moving into area... this again maybe all too late depending on when the injury occured... :-?? and i like the make up idea...
2007-02-03 09:29:14 · answer #3 · answered by jane d 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
see If it is a swell then u gotta keep ur feet in a warm water tub and to hide the bruise well u can use a bandage
2007-02-03 09:36:02 · answer #4 · answered by Dina 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take Arnica 30 thrice a day for three days and you will be fine. The medicine can be procured from a homeopathy drug store
2007-02-03 09:31:27 · answer #5 · answered by LEO 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just put ice on it rest until tonight to cover its looks wear tight or something like that.take pain medicine.i always hurt my legs and use an ace bandage.they also have ace braces.
2007-02-03 09:33:16 · answer #6 · answered by summerrr. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe go shoe less? It's not going to be gone by tonight. Wear tight stockings to help and maybe even an ace bandage. Hopefully your date will understand. If not, he's not worth it.
2007-02-03 09:27:31 · answer #7 · answered by Shari 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
keep ice on it always put ice right away, I tried it once when my horse stepped on my foot. I iced it right away and the bruise went away FAST
2007-02-03 09:28:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
elevate leg use cool compress.
2007-02-03 09:28:31 · answer #9 · answered by thirsty mind 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have seen some eye shade that is skin color try that.
2007-02-03 09:28:04 · answer #10 · answered by fleo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋