twisted ankle

[samantha]

This afternoon I landed wrong while practicing my jumps and my ankle twisted. It's sore and swollen but not bruised so I think it's maybe sprained. Is there any way to know for sure so I don't have to go to the doctor if I don't have to?

[tracklj1]

Soreness and swelling usually denotes a sprain.

[likethewind]

Stay off it for a couple days and alternate cold/heat along with ibuprofen for the swelling. If it gets worse or if its not better in a couple days, you probably should be checked to be sure there isn't any ligament or tendon damage.

[Richie]

R.I.C.E is always the best advice-rest, ice, elevation and compression. Most docs will tell you ice only, for the first 36-48 hours, and then warm packs after that if it feels good.

[Roman]

Some schools of thought now tell you that if ice is uncomfortable, use heat even in that initial period. They say its pretty individual, though I would still be worried about swelling. I guess if you have it strapped it wouldn't be too much of a risk.