“Can medications help with an ankle sprain?”
I sprained my ankle. Can medications help with an ankle sprain?
5 Answers
Not really
They only hide or mask the pain.
They offer no treatment.
They only hide or mask the pain.
They offer no treatment.
Hi! Medications can help with pain and to reduce inflammation; however, it would be best to make an appointment for further evaluation.
Oral and topical anti-inflammatory medications can help an ankle sprain, but typically the area also requires some immobilization or bracing for a period of time to get the best outcome.
Anti-inflammatory medications can help with injuries, such as sprains. However, you must take an anti-inflammatory dose. The best way to treat an initial injury is to use ice, elevate the affected limb, compress the ankle with a brace or ACE bandage. If the pain and swelling last more than a week, or if you can not bear weight on the affected ankle, seek medical attention ASAP
Medications, such as anti inflammatories can be helpful after an ankle sprain. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment options.
