A member asked:

I still have sharp pain from a torn ankle ligament after 8 weeks in a boot. hurts bad enough that i limp. toes just began tingling too. normal?

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Dr. Nina Hall answered

Specializes in Surgery

No: Ligamentous injuries can be minor or can even tear a piece of bone off of the ankle. I suspect you sustained a significant sprain. Some residual pain is not unusual but if it is this bad combined with tingling you need to have it reevaluated by your treating doctor.

Dr Inwood agreed

Answered 6/3/2017

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ligament : As stated , that really isn't normal and re- evaluation by the treating physician is indicated

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/4/2016

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A member asked:

I still have sharp pain from a torn ankle ligament after 8 weeks in a boot. hurts bad enough that i limp. toes just began tingling too. normal?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Nina Hall answered

Dr Inwood agreed

Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

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