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How long safe to not correct equinus contracture in ankle? have compartment syndrome, nerve entrapment both sides of ankle and ant tib tendon injury.

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complex issues: You have complex issues and all conditions need to be addressed, you need extensive evaluation correct diagnosis and treatment, especially compartment syndrome. Please see a podiatrist or orthopedist.

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Answered 10/12/2013

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