The treatment of an ankle fracture depends on the severity of the fracture.

Treatment for an ankle fracture may include:

• 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.
• Rest the ankle:
• Use a walker.
• Use crutches.
• Elevate the ankle.
• Ankle cast or splint
• Narcotic pain medication
• Surgery for ankle fracture
• Physical therapy for ankle fracture

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• Ankle contusion treatment
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