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I broke my ankle and was in a cast for 6 weeks. i removed the cast 2 weeks ago and am in physio now, how long will the pain & swelling last for?
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Variable: Your ors or assistant removed the cast i'm assuming ... After a fx. Of the foot or ankle swelling(esp.) and pain can persist for weeks after the fracture has healed . In some cases , swelling to some degree can last months.If you have persistent pain or increased swelling after your fracture has healed, see your ors for a check- up.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Depends: It depends on the cause of the injury, severity of the injury and your pain tolerance.
Answered 3/30/2014
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Depends: There is no specific way to determine how long it will last. It should decrease over time. Swelling can go on for 6 -12 months sometimes. If the pain is dull, that is normal. If the pain continues to increase or is very high, you should ask your doctor.
Answered 11/10/2015
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