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I got high ankle sprain, 4 weeks ago.booted. my heel looks crooked big bump, swollen and brusing on opposite of ankle. more painfull. stepping hurts.
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More than a sprain: Who diagnosed the high ankle sprain? A bump on the heel not usually associated with high ankle sprain. Pain and deformity in the back of the ankle suggests an achilles injury or even heel bone fracture. A true high ankle sprain should always be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon because sometimes they need surgery if the ligaments between the tibia and fibula are completely torn.
Answered 4/13/2014
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SYNDESMOSIS: A "high ankle sprain" indicates to me an injury to something called the syndesmosis. Is that what you were told? Make sure the x-rays were looked at closely, to make sure the ankle is properly positioned within the syndesmosis. You may need further studies, like MRI or stress testing if you are not progressing. Surgery can also be performed, if indicated. Dr. Latva Dr. Latva
Answered 5/5/2016
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