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Hi dear doctors, 2 weeks ago i had malleolus medialis, no short-leg cast is put on my ankle, but i cannot bend it upwards (dorsiflexion) is it ok?
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Fractured ankle: You should be able to dorsiflex the ankle at this point .... Please consult your doctor for an examination and an xray.
Answered 5/18/2017
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