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A sprained ankle is a very common injury. The ligaments in the ankle can be stretched or torn. See your doctor because you may need to get an X-Ray. This will determine if you have a broken or fractured bone in the ankle or foot because it will have similar symptoms to a sprained ankle. If the doctor suspects that there is severe injury to the ligaments, you may have to have a MRI.
TREATMENT FOR ALL TYPES OF SPRAINS: R.I.C.E. R = Rest (don't walk on it!) I = Ice (Ice it immediately to keep the swelling down - keep on for about 20-30 min) C = Compression (ace bandages, bandages, dressings) E = Elevate (for about 48 hours keep your ankle above your heart level)
There are 3 grades or types of sprains. (You can typically tell the type of grade based upon the amount of swelling, bruising, and the pain).
-Grade 1 is minimal (there is minimal swelling and tenderness, but you can tolerate bearing weight on it). There is usually microscopic tearing of the fibers in the ligament. No splints or casts are needed. You can do stretching and strengthening exercises to treat it.
-Grade 2 is moderate (there is moderated tenderness and swelling, there is a decreased range of motion, there can be a possible instability). There is usually complete tears of some but not all of the fibers in the ligament. You can treat it by imobilizing it with an air splint and doing physical therapy.
-Grade 3 is severe (there is significant swelling and tenderness, there is instability (can't put pressure on it)). There is usually a complete tear or rupture of the ligament. Treatment includes physical therapy over a longer period of time (than a grade 2 sprain), (complete) imobilization, and possible surgical reconstruction.
You can take medicine to also keep down the swelling (such as ibuprofen). NEVER APPLY HEAT. Give yourself enough time to heal, so that it (hopefully) won't occur again.
If the injury is swollen, apply some frozen peas, or ice, something cold anyway. If you know or think it is sprained go to A+E or your doctor. If in pain take ibuprofen or paracetamol. Whatever you do, if it is swelling or swollen, do NOT put a tight support bandage on, this will swell over and cause a lot of pain.
You can't, FIRST AID is what you give/do, not something that is applied to a wound. What is applied to a wound is a dressing, bandage or plaster. When you are trained in First Aid you will be taught how to apply these treatments effectively.
You can't "apply first aid" you can give someone aid. Aid as in help. so asking "How do you apply helping someone?" doesn't make since. What is the problem?
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First aid treatment?
first aid is an immediate but temporary treatment given to a person in case of accident or sudden illness when there is no doctor around. sprain,fracture,dislocation and cramps can be given first aid treatment
Can you have a swedish massage if you have a sprain?
Yes, but not at the joint that is sprained, or the area further from the body (distal) in relation to the sprain. Instead, apply First Aid, such as RICE. Rest, ice, compression, and elevation. If it is a severe sprain, it is best to have it X-rayed to make sure there is not a fracture associated with it.
For which injuries would the RICE procedure be used?
Sprains, strain's, and most any muscular injury.
Can you sprain your ankle then it not swell?
Yes. The amount of swelling depends on several things, such as how bad the sprain is, how strong your ankle is, whether this is your first sprain, and how fast you get ice and compression on it.
How do you deliver first aid for a sprain?
In a first aid context, it's not often possible to tell a sprain from a break, so the treatment is the same. * Immobilize the extremity. * Wrap, but loosely enough to ensure circulation. * Ice pack it -- 10 minutes on; 10 minutes off. * Try not to use or move the extremity. * Depending on where, it's a good idea to get an xray to determine if the sprain really is a break or not. The determining factor is, would the treatment be any different if it was a break. If the victim has to ambulate with a sprain (far from help, etc.), wrap with ace wraps and/or KoBan to brace the extremity. When a joint is invovled, or if you suspect a break, consider splinting. Again, make certain you don't impede circulation, and check this every few miunutes. Cold is a wonderful first response treatment, in transport of wilderness situations.
In a rebus puzzle what is aid aid aid?
if the arrow point to the top aid: Aid (arrow pointing toward it) Aid Aid Answer: First Aid
Can you sprain your pelvis?
Technically you can not sprain your pelvis it's self. You can sprain your hip however, this is because a sprain is located in a joint.
Can you sprain your thumb bone?
A sprain is soft tissue damage. You cannot sprain a bone. You can sprain your thumb, just not the bone itself.
What is past tense for sprain?
The future tense is "will sprain"
Is a sprain or strain considered an OSHA recordable?
If the strained groin is received in the course of employment, and if it results in days away from work or medical treatment beyond First Aid, it could be OSHA recordable. To be certain, consult someone who is familiar with both the specifics of the injury and its treatment, and the OSHA regulation.
What is lumbar sprain?
A sprain of the lumbar vertebrata.
What is the Hebrew word for sprain?
to sprain (verb) = naká (× ×§×¢) sprain (noun) = néka (× ×§×¢)
