Home care for ankle fracture includes:
- Apply a cold compress:
- Wrap ice in a moist hand towel. Do not apply ice directly to the skin.
- Apply for 20-30 minutes, every 1-2 hours, for the first few days.
- Do not bear weight on your ankle until your doctor directs you to do so:
- Use a walker.
- Use crutches.
- Follow cast care instructions.
- Follow splint care instructions.
- Elevate your ankle:
- Above your heart if possible.
- Acetaminophen for pain
- Ibuprofen for pain
- Take prescribed medications as directed.
