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I had got a sprain in my left foot ( upper part from thumb to ankle).. It's been 20 days now.. There was no swelling since day1 and even now there is no swelling.. I don't know how this Sprain happened, I dint do any major sports activity, etc. I ve been using crepe bandage and hot water se sek bhi kia hai.. But even now I'm having pain while walking.. What can be done?? Thanks..
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Usually whatever the cause, sprain takes time to heal as it is due to stretching & tear of tough ligaments. They are treated like bone injury and a plaster cast is given to immobilize the part for quick healing. Go to orthopeditian for advice.
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