Is It Normal to Have a Sprained Ankle Without Swelling or Bruising?
How Do Ankle Injuries Occur?
A sprained ankle occurs when you roll, twist or turn
your ankle in an awkward way. It can stretch or tear the tough ligaments that
hold your ankle bones together. It is a traumatic injury and will manifest some
symptoms.
Symptoms
of an Ankle Sprain
Symptoms of a sprained ankle may vary depending on the
severity of the injury. They may include:
● Pain
and tenderness
● Swelling and bruising
● Restricted
range of motion
● Balance
and instability
● Popping
or grating sound during injury
A severe ankle sprain can manifest most or all of the
above symptoms. Most of the time, self-care measures and over-the-counter pain
medications may not be enough and a medical evaluation might be necessary to
reveal how badly you've sprained the ankle and to determine the appropriate sprained ankle treatment methodology.
Ankle
Sprain without Swelling or Bruising
Sometimes, a person may have a mild ankle sprain that
can occur during the course of a regular day, due to:
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A misstep
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Stubbing the feet against something hard
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Slipping on wet floor
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Tripping on a carpet or rug
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Wearing ill-fitting shoes
These kinds of small accidents could cause a slight
sprain which may strain the ligament and stretch it a bit, causing pain, but it
may not be bad enough to cause bruising or swelling. But the sprain should not
be ignored because there are no outward symptoms.
Also Read: Home Remedies for Sprained Ankles
It is better to be safe than sorry and follow the
below-mentioned pointers to ensure that the pain goes away and the ankle heals
well.
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Rest the ankle
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Elevate it
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Apply ice
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Strap it when using the leg, for support
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Apply topical painkillers
A mild sprain should respond to these treatments and
should become better in a couple of days. But if it doesn't get better, it is
important to consult a podiatrist and check if any further
treatment is necessary.
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