NO BECAUSE THE ANKLE IS A JOINT AND PUTTING PRESSURE ON IT JUST MAKES THE PAIN WORSE IF YOU PUT AN ICE BAG ON IT IT WILL NUMB THE PAIN
Metamucil is a dietary supplement primarily used to promote regular bowel movements and improve digestive health. It is unlikely to directly reduce swelling in the ankle. Swelling in the ankle may be due to other factors such as injury, inflammation, or underlying health conditions, for which it's best to consult a healthcare provider for appropriate treatment.
Above your heart if you are laying down and above the belly botton if sitting down
To reduce swelling, elevate the affected area above heart level, apply a cold compress for 15-20 minutes every 2-3 hours, and consider taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen. It's also important to rest and avoid putting pressure on the swollen area.
I recommend applying a cold compress to the swollen lip to reduce the swelling and pain. You can also give her a dose of pain reliever if needed. Encourage her to rest and avoid touching or picking at the swollen area to promote healing. If the swelling persists or if there are signs of infection, seek medical attention.
To reduce swelling in a swollen lip, apply a cold compress or ice pack for 10-15 minutes at a time. You can also take an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen to help reduce the swelling and pain. Avoid irritating the area further and give it time to heal.
Walking is not usually good if you have swollen ankles. It is best to prop your legs up and let the swelling go down.
I would wrap the area with a tensor bandage and keep it elevated to avoid swelling. Try to stay off the ankle for 3 to 5 days so that the swelling has a chance to go down then apply light pressure to the ankle.
Elevate it and ice it.
If your ankle is swollen slightly then you should not have to convince your father that you have sprained your ankle. Put hot and cold cloths on it to bring the swelling down and a tensor bandage (not too tight) that you can buy at the drug store. Meanwhile talk to your mother or an aunt to have the ankle looked at in case you have a hairline fracture.
That feeling is probably just excess fluid from a mild sprain. Press down the tissue of the swollen ankle with your finger, then do it to your other ankle. If the swollen ankle rebounds slower then the normal ankle, it's just a sprain. Elevate and ice it. If not, seek medical advice.
Metamucil is a dietary supplement primarily used to promote regular bowel movements and improve digestive health. It is unlikely to directly reduce swelling in the ankle. Swelling in the ankle may be due to other factors such as injury, inflammation, or underlying health conditions, for which it's best to consult a healthcare provider for appropriate treatment.
Heat is for therapy, cold is for swelling. If you have a swollen finger you should use ice, you should check with your doctor if the swelling doesn't go down.
If one sprains his or her ankle, they should do the following: Ice and compress the ankle to keep swelling down, keep the leg elevated while seated or lying down, and most importantly, get plenty of rest.
Dont bite it and put an alochol swab on it. This will sting but it will help take the swelling down
Probably not, the swelling will go down but not the scar tissue which some mistake for swelling. This Im afraid will be with you for life & look as the though yr finger is swollen permenantly. The main thing is physio to esure as much use from the finger as possible, even if it does look like a sausage!!!
Above your heart if you are laying down and above the belly botton if sitting down
A swollen earlobe may denote an allergic reaction to the metal in an earring, or possibly a reaction to drops used in the ears. The best course of action is to consult a doctor or pharmacist if the swelling does not go down.