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Sprained Ankle
1. Usually caused from everting or inverting the ankle. Pain, swelling, ecchymosis. Difficult to bear
weight.
2. A sprained ankle is best managed with taping (1 inch surgical tape, or duct tape) so the Operator
can put his/her boot back on.
3. When possible, rest, ice and elevation are important.
4. If trying to continue patrol, tape the ankle as shown below using 4 layers of tape and following
the number sequentially:
184 n Pararescue Medical Operations Handbook / 8th Edition
