how to heal a sprain
For a Grade I sprain, follow the R.I.C.E. guidelines: 1  Rest your ankle by not walking on it. 2  Ice it to keep down the swelling. 3  Compression can help control swelling as well as immobilize and support your injury.  Elevate the foot by reclining and propping it up above the waist or heart as needed.
Treating the Injury: The R.I.C.E. Method. 1  1. Rest your ankle. 2  2. Ice your ankle to prevent swelling and pain. 3  3. Compress your ankle joint.  4. Elevate your ankle above the level of your heart.