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What kind of doctor to see for an ankle sprain that keeps re-spraining?
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Orthopaedic sugeon: An orthopaedic surgeon can perform a physical examination to determine if there is any laxity ( looseness) of the ankle ligaments. X-rays , including possibly "stress x-rays"can be helpful.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Orthopaedic Surgeon: An orthopaedic foot and ankle is your best option. A list of these doctors can be found at aofas.Org.
Answered 6/9/2012
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Specialist : See a physician that specializes and has training in the treatment of the ankle. Podiatrist or foot/ankle orthopedist.
Answered 4/13/2012
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