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Nov. 17, 13 fractured my tibia, transverse fracture. i didn't need surgery, was in a cast for a month. now i can walk, and be able to do normal activities but no running. why does my ankle hurt?

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Dr. Karen Dantin answered

Check it out: You may have some tight tendons or ankle misalignment issues as possibilities. You may want to considera chiropractic eval by one who does extremeties.

Answered 2/2/2014

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A member asked:

Nov. 17, 13 fractured my tibia, transverse fracture. i didn't need surgery, was in a cast for a month. now i can walk, and be able to do normal activities but no running. why does my ankle hurt?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Dantin answered

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