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Ankle Brace

An ankle brace is a supportive wrap worn around the ankle designed to provide support, stabilize, and immobilize the ankle to allow healing of any sprain or injury.

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I sprained my ankle two months ago. But my ankle is still swollen. What should I do?

Query: Hello doctor, I sprained my ankle two months ago, and the ankle swelled up. The swelling went down a little, and it still is swollen. According to my doctor, it is just a stretch in the ligament, and resting at home would help improve it. Is it normal to have a swollen ankle for this duration? What ...  Read Full »


Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. I suggest you to follow a few instructions mentioned below. Keep your legs and ankle elevated. Use an air-stirrup ankle support brace or orthosis. You can wear shoes over it too. Apply ice thrice daily for tw...  Read Full »

Why has my year-old ligament tear not healed properly?

Query: Hello doctor,I have a question to ask. I had a partial ligament tear in my ankle last year. It has been a year since the incident, but it seems like I have not fully recovered. I still feel a slight pain in my ankle after I do exercises or recreations. But according to one of the doctors, I was supp...  Read Full »


Dr. Akshay Kumar Saxena

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The management for a partial ligament tear is institution of early physical therapy, ankle brace if required, anti-inflammatory medications for pain relief, etc. Now, one year is more than adequate time for it to heal unless there has been a repeat injury to the ank...  Read Full »

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