I fell in my driveway the week after thanksgiving I. Felt a burning situation. In my ankle and was not able to put weight on it. It was very painful . The next day I was able to walk but. Not without a little pain and swelling i. The ankle and. This has continued. I decided to wrap it and were a ankle brace is there a need to go see me doctor?
Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. As per your complaint it seems that there has been ankle sprain due to sudden twisting leading to inflammation of the soft tissues in that area and the pain and swelling is due to it. As you are able to walk, there does not seem like any bony fracture and mild pain and swelling is not abnormal, and you need not worry about it. You can apply cool compresses over the ankle. Apply analgesic and muscle relaxant gel over it and put ankle brace. You can also elevate your leg while lying down. You can also take anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen. Avoid excess walking and straining. In case if it does not resolve in a week consult an Orthopedic and get evaluated. Hope this information helps. Thanks and regards. Chat Doctor.