Sprains, if they're not treated right, can re-injure, and that may be what's happening to you. Likewise, it may turn out to have been a break in the first place, that hasn't set quite right. I recommend you give your doctor a call and chat this over with her, as this sort of thing can become a chronic injury.
bad sprained ankle.
If your foot pops with every step you take and you have a sprained ankle, you need to see a doctor. You may have a broken bone that needs to be reset before it heals up. An orthopaedic doctor should be able to help you.
No, that is not a foul it may be a sprained ankle, though.
Usually, you can walk on a sprained ankle, but it is EXTREMELY painful. This is NOT advised. The best way to take care of a sprained ankle is to ice twice a day, 20 minutes each time, wrap it in an ace bandage or a firm, cast, and avoid moving it or walking. It is good to stretch a bit by gently moving your foot back and forth if you are able. Slow biking on a stationary bike is good conditioning, but do not run or walk too much.
"in Vegas. tripped and sprained my ankle in front of a wedding chapel. paramedics come. everyone stares. completely embarrassing." -Kellie
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No, it can be sprained without being swollen.
Kerry Strug in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. But she didnt land on one foot after her final vault. She landed on two feet but having sprained one ankle earlier, that ankle was immediately lifted off the ground as she saluted the judges and then she collapsed to the ground.
You most likely have a sprained ankle if you are feeling pain when you put your weight onto the ankle. You could also have a fracture in the bone so it is best to seek medical attention to get an x-ray.
Generally, you want to keep off the foot/ankle. Icing the foot can help, and in some cases so can gentle massage. Also, you should try to keep the foot elevated when not in use.
It generally takes 3 to 6 weeks for a mild to moderate sprain to heal. to fully heal the ankle it takes 1 year.
The metatarsals are technically the foot bones just beyond the ankle. They are between your ankle bones and the toes.