I have been wearing a boot for about 2 and half weeks and have spent so much time icing my ankle in front of the TV. It is beginnng to feel better and I am just soooo board. What can I do to get ready for spring???
2007-03-04 03:07:53 · 7 answers · asked by elfmz2 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
You might try this
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2007-03-04 03:12:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Grade III Ankle Sprain:
Grade III ankle sprains are complete tears of the ligaments. The ankle is usually quite painful, and walking can be difficult. Patients may complain of instability, or a giving-way sensation in the ankle joint.
Grade III ankle sprains require extensive therapy and protection. The ankle is wrapped in a soft cast and a protective boot for 2 weeks.
Weightbearing is begun when the patient is comfortable. Full weight can be placed on the ankle with comfort. At two weeks, physical therapy exercises are done to increase range of motion, decrease pain and inflammation and increase stability. No side to side motion is permitted for one month and average return to activity is at 6 to 8 weeks. An ankle brace is worn for 3 months following injury during sports.
2007-03-04 03:16:15 · answer #2 · answered by personalfitnessguide 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obviously the upper body and ab stuff is a given. If you have access to a pool I would do that with minimal kicking of the injured leg. I would try a stationary bike but again only with minimal use of the other leg. Other then that I would stay off it since the potential of more damage should outweigh your spring prep.
2007-03-04 03:16:39 · answer #3 · answered by n_m_young 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Running is out of the question until your ankle has completely healed. If you rush it, it can make it worse and delay the healing process. You may try and exercise the upper body only. I hope this has helped you. Good Luck!
2007-03-04 03:14:22 · answer #4 · answered by JD, MAPSY 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ask your doctor! I too exercise my boredom away, and for fun, okay...... I'm nuts about exercise! I just plain like the results, energy, stamina, feels good, and looks good. BUT if you go to fast you WILL have the surgeory I had from an EASIER sprain than yours, that will drive you nuts!!! Don't piss that thing off!
Good luck and patience,... not patients to you.
2007-03-04 03:16:45 · answer #5 · answered by sanctuary 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can do ab work.
Also, work out your upper body. I wouldn't use free weights though. Use machines, just put the pin in place and lift, it will not affect your ankle.
2007-03-04 03:16:57 · answer #6 · answered by hxs 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when i had a 3 grade sprain 2 years ago I got a cast for 34 days.... u should inmovilize it!!!!!
2007-03-05 22:35:00 · answer #7 · answered by Debby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋