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How long does a high ankle sprain take to heal ? it happened 2 weeks ago , i have been icing, elevating. and taking ibuprofen and it's in pain.
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High sprain: You need to see a podiatrist or orthopod - it takes more than ice to heal one of these.
Answered 12/25/2013
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See a podiatrist: You need to make sure no fracture or tear. If not should be about 6 weeks.
Answered 12/25/2013
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Depends on serverity: Treatment depends of the exact type and severity of the injury. Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.
Answered 3/23/2014
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