Ankle Sprain Treatment in Noida
Ankle Sprain is one of the most common sports injuries that the orthopedic doctors come across. The Patient’s history reveals a twisted ankle during walking or running. Dr. Sumit Badhwar, the best orthopedic doctor in noida treats ankle sprains at his orthopedic clinic in noida regularly. In the ankle sprain, the ankle ligaments are either stretched or torn depending upon the severity of injury. Treating a sprained foot is extremely important and it must be done only by a medical professional. The first aid treatment and some useful treatment tips are given in this article below so that the patients may not increase the extent of injury while coming to the clinic.
What is Ankle Sprain?
Ligaments connect bone to bone, provide stability and mobility. They get stretched due to abnormal movement (twisted ankle) or trauma. The degrees of ankle sprain varies as per the impact, in minor ankle sprains, there are swelling and redness that goes away with initial treatment. However, in the severe sprains, the ankle becomes unstable before or after the swelling and redness settle down. This type of sprain must be treated with utmost care and an expert orthopedic doctor opinion and supervision is necessary.
Grade 1 – Mild stretch to the ligament
Grade 2 – Partial tear to the ligament
Grade 3 – Moderate to complete tear of joint ligament
Symptoms of A Sprained Ankle
The symptoms of a sprained ankle are –
- Swelling
- Redness
- Inability to move the foot or ankle
- Ankle movement gives rise to pain
- Tenderness (pain on touching the ankle area)
- Instability or lost control over ankle joint (in case of a severe ankle sprain or the torn ligament in ankle)
How the Diagnosis of the grade of ankle sprain is made?
The orthopedic doctor diagnosis the sprain by palpating the ankle and examining the joint. To rule out the possibility of a chip fracture, the x-ray is carried out.
Some other diagnostic tests may also be orders in severe cases of trauma, these tests are CT-scan, MRI and ultrasound etc.
Treatment of Ankle Sprain in Noida
- First Aid or RICE Treatment – RICE treatment is most effective as a first-aid treatment while you seek professional advice. The RICE treatment consists of
- Rest
- Ice
- Compression (bandage)
- Elevation ( to avoid swelling)
2. Medicines – Orthopedic doctor will prescribe the NSAIDs ( non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and other supportive medicines to treat pain, swelling and tenderness in your sprained ankle.
3. Immobilization – In grade 2 and grade 3 sprains, an orthosis or a pop cast is required to ensure proper healing and fully-functional ankle joint. The immobilization lasts for about 2 to 4 weeks depending upon the degree of sprain.
4. Surgery – Arthroscopy or the minimal invasive surgery is the best treatment for ankle sprain as it ensures proper and a speedy recovery. Read all about our arthroscopy treatment in noida here.
5. Rehabilitation/Physical Therapy – This is an essential part of getting back in motion. Physical therapy treatment and exercises strengthen the ligaments and muscles again and help the patient get on with his/her daily or sports activities.
To get treated by Dr. Sumit Badhwar, you can book an appointment or come to our orthopedic clinic in Noida directly. You can call us at 09958611221 .