I’m also dealing with some ankle issues, so I would really appreciate any help or advice you all might have.
Basically, about two years ago, I had a nasty fall and badly sprained my ankle. I ended up tearing my ligaments and damaging the joint capsule, even though there wasn't any actual bone trauma. However, my doctor felt that just applying ice and using an elastic bandage would be enough to let it heal on its own. Since then, that ankle has been a constant source of trouble. Every single time I stand slightly awkwardly, it swells up and starts hurting. My doctor still insists that an elastic wrap is perfectly sufficient. But over the last few weeks, something really strange has started happening. Even though I haven't fallen or even stepped on it wrong, it has swollen up, turned red, and this soft tissue has started forming around the joint. I can walk just fine and don't feel any pain during physical activity, but it is quite painful to the touch. To make matters worse, a bruise appeared right over the spot today. If I go back to my doctor, I am certain she will just tell me to stick to the ice and the compression wrap again, so please, I’m looking for some real advice.
Basically, about two years ago, I had a nasty fall and badly sprained my ankle. I ended up tearing my ligaments and damaging the joint capsule, even though there wasn't any actual bone trauma. However, my doctor felt that just applying ice and using an elastic bandage would be enough to let it heal on its own. Since then, that ankle has been a constant source of trouble. Every single time I stand slightly awkwardly, it swells up and starts hurting. My doctor still insists that an elastic wrap is perfectly sufficient. But over the last few weeks, something really strange has started happening. Even though I haven't fallen or even stepped on it wrong, it has swollen up, turned red, and this soft tissue has started forming around the joint. I can walk just fine and don't feel any pain during physical activity, but it is quite painful to the touch. To make matters worse, a bruise appeared right over the spot today. If I go back to my doctor, I am certain she will just tell me to stick to the ice and the compression wrap again, so please, I’m looking for some real advice.