Need some advice (injury related)

I severely rolled and sprained my ankle this weekend. I don't want to take time off from late night runs and my routine.

I'm wondering if there is anything I can do (or should do). Taking time off for me is generally not a good idea because getting back into the routine is difficult, at least for it me is.

It is healing at a decent rate, I can put shoes and socks on by myself now. I have access to a pool (was thinking of doing laps until I feel the ankle is ready for jogging once again).

Anyways, I would like the input from the people at F&N. Thanks in advance.

What do you suggest I do so I don't fall out of the cycle I have going on right now.

 

For sprains there isn't much you can do besides keep it elevated and ice it to reduce swelling.

 

have bands by any chance?

http://www.donticethatanklesprain.com/videos/horizontal-traction/

 

that sucks, man. i rolled my ankle pretty bad end of last year. i've only regained full balance, flexability and strength a couple of weeks ago so my rehab was probably fail. R.I.C.E for the first few days then i alternated ice and heat. took ibuprofen only when i really needed it. the second half of this yeah i did a lot of single leg work (single leg DLs, pistols, step ups etc) and i'm gonna guess they helped. i do a lot of ankle mobility and knee stability work now and hopefully it'll prevent future injuries.

 

Holy crap that band thing looks cool... gunna do that next time.

 

swimming is a great idea, also you can do pushups, pullups, dips, etc. just keep your weight off the ankle and make sure that it doesn't hurt and you'll be fine.

 

Wrap it or get a Doc to put some kinesio tape on it.

Take fish oil and a LOT of vitamin C.

 

I would not be running on it, the pool sounds like a good idea for keeping active while injured...gotta let it heal though, don't rush it.

 

doctor can prescribe anti inflammatory meds

 

Awesome, knew I would get some good advice here.

Thanks!