P
Protect your ankle from further injury. You may use tape, Tubigrip, or an ankle
support to do this.
R Rest from
all activities. Use a cane or crutches until you can walk without
pain or limping.
I Ice
the area for 10 minutes. You can repeat this process up to every half an
hour. Wrap the ice in a damp towel
to avoid ice burn.
C Use a
bandage or double thickness Tubigrip to compress the area and control
the swelling. Loosen the wrap if your toes
go blue or feel cold.
E Keep
your ankle elevated above heart level to help decrease the swelling.
Alternatively, elevate it above hip level if it is more appropriate to do so
