Find out what to do if your leg suddenly sprains. * Rest: If the legs are swollen, if there is pain, rest is most needed. Even if the pain subsides , if you walk without resting and working hard , the swelling of the ankle will go away. * Ice: The most useful ice to reduce swelling. Do not give ice directly , the best way is to wrap ice in a clean cloth and bake with it. Apply ice for 10 to 20 minutes every one to two hours for the first 48 to 72 hours or until the swelling subsides. * Crepe or brace: Just as ice packs will help reduce swelling, crepe or brace will help relieve pain. The first 24 to 36 hours after the injury must be braced. This will control the pain. However, do not put the brace too tight. This can increase the pain by clotting the blood. * Keep the legs up: The more you keep the legs down or hanging, the more the swelling will increase. So keep your feet up for at least two to three hours a day. Keep your feet above heart level while sleeping. Try to sprain the legs as little as possible. If you have to walk , use a crutch or stick. If the affected joint is more swollen and the pain is severe , the bone is fractured or broken. If it does not swell but at the same time the pain does not get better for a long time , then it should be understood that the ligament is torn more. In both cases there is a complete digestive tract. To avoid sprains, be careful when playing sports and walking briskly - be careful when walking , wear shoes that balance the soles of the feet , be careful when breaking stairs.