Sprain on left ankle

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Asked for Male, 36 Years

While playing cricket I happen to land straight on my left heel and I had a very serious impact on my ankle Ever since my leg will start swelling if I put pressure while walking or else it is has no swelling I thought it was normal sprain and did not visit a doc.this happened last Saturday... Is it something to worry...

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Dr. Harinath K (PT) Physiotherapist 11 yrs exp Hyderabad · Accepted Answer

Dr. Harinath K (PT)

Physiotherapist 11 yrs exp Hyderabad

Hello sir,as per your description you had grade 1 or 2 sprain .

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Try to apply ice and give some rest , while sleeping elevate your leg and use some compression bandage.

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