Sprained Ankle

[sasha64]

This is the second time , me spraining my  right ankle well this time i sliped on my daughters book, and i double sprained and tore ligaments on the outside of ankle, I work 5 days a week 6 hours a day standing up all day im a cashier and im all over the store walking, i wear a boot, but its like my ankle hurts more than before. I dont know what to do?

[Yena H Do, DPM]

You need an MRI to evaluate the extent of soft tissue damage.  You may need a surgical procedure to repair the damage.  
Make sure that your boot/brace fits you correctly.  Sometimes they can hurt more than help if not fitted properly.
If you don't have extensive soft tissue damage, physical therapy will help, but it may take up to 6 mos b/f you start seeing results.

[bcastellano]

BTW have you had your ankle x-rayed?  Just because you can walk on it doesn't mean you don't have a fracture

[bcastellano]

Intense physical therapy and anti-inflammatories (check with your doctor) can help.  Look up ankle rehab excercises on the web.  Contrast baths hot and then cold (if you're not diabetic) also help