What to do with a sprained ankle in a child

Children twisted ankle: 1, to the hospital for X-ray filming, to rule out whether there is a fracture or by epiphyseal injury. Some patients have epiphyseal injury, which can not be visualized on X-ray film, and need further examination of nuclear magnetic to further confirm the diagnosis. After the child sprained ankle, the ankle joint should be braked, regardless of whether there is a fracture, need to be fixed in a cast for 2-4 weeks, so that the injury can be as good as possible to recover, does not affect the function of the ankle joint. 2, early cold compresses, such as frozen mineral water or ice, outsourcing towels for cold compresses, which can make the injury bleed less, but also to play a role in relieving pain. After the children’s ankle sprain, if there is no fracture, do not need oral medication, only need to observe the condition, regular review can be, most of the children’s sprained ankle, are able to recover well, does not affect the function.