i think i may have twisted it because when the bike landed on my ankel it was twisted in a way it should not have been and it has only gotten worse since yesterday.i can walk but barley.i am limping.there does not appear to be any swelling as of yet, nor any bruising.that is the strange part but it really hurts to walk on.will crutches be neccasary and how long do u think it will take to heal baring weather it is a twist,sprain,or bruised bone.i dont think it is broken cause i can walk on it.PLEASE HELP!!! it really hurts
2007-07-15 04:42:17 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
You may have sprained it, but the only way to know for sure that you didn't break it is that you go and have an x-ray which sounds like it's probably a good idea. It's probably a sprain which can take about 4-6 weeks to heal depending on how badly it's sprained. Crutches may or may not be necessary depending on what part is sprained. I would suggest putting ice on it, taking ibuprofen, elevating it (above your heart), wrapping it in an ace bandage, and staying off of it as much as possible.
2007-07-15 06:26:25 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you do need to see a doctor ... and you should have seen one YESTERDAY, within four hours of your accident. You have probably 'strained' your ankle (a strain is WORSE than a sprain, by the way) but because you say you have 'no swelling' I am even more concerned, since sprains, strains, and breaks all 'swell' ... so it could be a 'tendon' that you have 'strained' if it's that injury, you could be on chrutches FAR LONGER than even a broken bone. GO TO THE DOCTOR NOW!
2007-07-15 11:47:37 · answer #2 · answered by Kris L 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you need immediate medical attention. If this was a sprain you would have swelling and likely bruising. There are lots of tiny bones in your feet and it sounds like you may have broken one. Get to a doctor ASAP and stop walking on it.
2007-07-15 11:46:07 · answer #3 · answered by heart o' gold 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I stretched the tendons and ligiments in my ankle years ago, it happened on a trampoline. I couldn't walk it hurt so bad. The doc gave me some crutches and told me to use them for 3 weeks. It didn't get better until I decided to wrap it with an ace bandage, and then presto it got better in no time after that.
2007-07-15 11:45:30 · answer #4 · answered by cindy h 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pain and inability to walk on the injured ankle are strong indication for getting medical attention.
Usually swelling and some pain is common if it is just minor ankle injury.
I would advise cold packs, rest and x-ray are in order. See physician
2007-07-15 11:46:22 · answer #5 · answered by doctor in need doctor indeed 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-07-15 12:03:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go and get an X-ray on it as you might have torn some ligaments on it. You have nothing to lose. Get a pal to go with you and if its not torn or broken they will bandage it up for you and hopefully it will heal soon. Good Luck to you.
2007-07-15 11:45:45 · answer #7 · answered by hampots 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say a minor fractour and go to the ER and check then you will probably be on crutche for a week or two and then it should be fine.
2007-07-15 11:45:22 · answer #8 · answered by Genmagurl25 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I sprained my ankle last year and was limping several days before going to the doctor. Go to the doctor immediately!
Feel better and God Bless!!
2007-07-15 11:44:31 · answer #9 · answered by j b 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should tell your parents and let them help you. Rescue Remedy Spray is a good first aid which can be tried.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
2007-07-15 11:47:36 · answer #10 · answered by Swamy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋