We would like to express our gratitude to the Ministry of Health, and especially to the Lusaka. PMO and the DMOs of Chongwe, Kafue and Luangwa for their commitment to the development. and implementation of the Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) Initiative in. Zambia.
The length of time it takes for a sprained ankle to heal depends upon the extent of the injury. Recovery times can range anywhere from 5 days to 12 weeks. There are three different types of ankle sprains, from slight stretching of the ligaments to complete tearing of ligaments.
1 Ice your ankle to reduce pain and swelling. 2  Do it for 15-20 minutes every two to three hours for two days, or until the swelling is improved. 3  After that, ice it once a day until you have no other symptoms.o speed the healing, you can do the following: 1  Rest the ankle. 2  Ice your ankle to reduce pain and swelling. 3  Compress your ankle. 4  Elevate your ankle on a pillow when youâre sitting or lying down. 5  Use braces or ankle stirrups to give your ankle support. 6  Take anti-inflammatory painkillers. 7  Practice stretching and strengthening exercises if your ...