I went for a hike last Tuesday on a very rocky trail with lots of steep inclines. On my way back down the main hill, I came down hard on a jagged rock and rolled my ankle, tearing a ligament. At least I got some awesome pictures and got to see the gorgeous view of the Boston skyline from the top. Unfortunately, no hiking for me for at least 6 weeks ?
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What kind of boots/shoes were you wearing? Sorry about your injury.
Ice your ankle for 10 minutes, 3 times per day. This reduces pain and inflammation.
Since age 21, I have worn hiking boots to protect my ankles and feet. I hike rocky, steep trails. Have never sprained an ankle while hiking.
"Don't slog in the bog. Get high on the ridges!" has been my hiking motto since age 21.
These are my Lowa Renegade hiking boots with micro-spikes. Last winter, I sewed velcro straps for me and my hiking partner. The straps prevent the $86 micro-spikes from coming off, and getting lost in the snow.
LiterateHiker
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June 25, 2018
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Luckily, I had just gotten new boots. They have plenty of cushioning/support around the ankle and are rigid in all the right places, flexible in the others. I have no doubt that my ankle would be broken if I hadn’t been wearing them. I am under the care of ortho and have a medical background, so am doing everything I can to get back to 100%. Himalayan Salt baths, in addition to RICE and anti-inflammatories, have really seemed to speed the process along
Yowsers! Looks painful! Sorry you got hurt, but the hike looks awesome!
Free_2B_Me
Level 7
June 25, 2018
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You sure had a nice day for it.
GeorgeRocheleau
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June 25, 2018
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It was gorgeous!
I lived in R.I. and N.Y. and this is the first time I've ever heard there was a hike with an overlook of Boston.
Buttercup
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June 25, 2018
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It’s at Blue Hills Reservation in Milton, MA. This was from the top of Buck Hill. I prefer following the straight Blue Skyline Trail as it’s more challenging, but I’m glad I made the detour (blue and red) because it was gorgeous at the top. Nice cool breeze coming over on an 85° day, too. Boston is visible in the second picture. If you’re ever back in the area, you should check it out
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