It is common for people to sprain their ankles when participating in some sporting activities. This injury often affects the ligaments and muscles. In most cases, you do not need to go to a hospital for treatment except the injury is severe.
Here are some ways you can treat a sprained ankle.
RICE
RICE means rest, ice, compression, and elevation. It is the first treatment protocol often recommended for people who have sustained sporting injuries like a sprained ankle. It helps reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation shortly after injury.
Rest
After spraining your ankle, it is important to rest so it has time to heal. [1] You should disengage from the activity that caused it and other activities that have the potential to worsen your injury. Once you start to feel better, you can begin using it for light activities that do not cause more damage.