“When do you see a doctor for a sore ankle?”
I am a 42 year old female. I might have sprained my ankle from walking in tall heels. When do you see a doctor for a sore ankle?
17 Answers
pain is not normal, therefore, I recommend that you see a doctor asap.
Yes. Do an X-ray.
now
I always say better to be seen than not seen. A sprained ankle can become problematic later on if not treated properly by a podiatrist. I would high recommend going and having this looked at.
Dr. Jay Mermelstein
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Primary Podiatric Medicine
Mount Vernon, NY
When there are no signs of improvement, i.e., pain, swelling, or discomfort. Usually, if it is bothering you, it is a good idea to seek advice from a medical professional.
Dr. Jay Mermelstein
Dr. Jay Mermelstein
WHEN YOU HAVE A SORE, YOU NEED TO KNOW THE ORIGIN OF IT AND TREAT IT PROMPTLY BEFORE IT GETS WORSE.
Right away
Hello,
If the pain does not improve over the course of 2-4 weeks then I would seek medical treatment. Try resting, use of an ACE wrap, anti-inflammatories and ice.
Dr. Lui
If the pain does not improve over the course of 2-4 weeks then I would seek medical treatment. Try resting, use of an ACE wrap, anti-inflammatories and ice.
Dr. Lui
If you continue to have swelling and pain and the condition does not seem to be improving or ankle feels unstable, I would recommend evaluation and X-rays.
Jonathan M. Kletz, DPM
Jonathan M. Kletz, DPM
If you are still having pain and weakness after 3 months of an acute ankle sprain I recommend seeing a specialist. Good luck to you and thank you for your question.
Right now to have your ankle assessed for the degree of the sprain and the proper way to rehab the ankle
No reason to wait. Get X-rays prior to your appointment with your podiatrist.
You can not 'sprain' an ankle from walking in tall heels. You can irritate tendons, ligaments and joints. But a sprain is a specific injury, and requires a trauma in order to stretch or rupture a ligament or other structure. You should see a physician if your pain persists for more than 1-2 weeks
Immediately for diagnosis as to injury and cause of injury which will ultimately lead to prevention
If it hurts to walk, is bruised, or the pain is getting worse.
I would see a podiatrist in your area as soon as you can because it is very common to get a fracture or a stress fracture from a sprain. I see it in my office very often.
If your pain is not improving, I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist). This will allow an appropriate diagnosis to implement the needed treatment
