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I had i grade 2 ankle sprain 24 days ago.ist a bit swollen.i can walk without pain, but little limping.everybody says different things, should i walk?

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Dr. Carol Hulett answered

Walking with sprain: Absolutely walking is a great step to rehabilitation. You should not limp so use of one crutch or cane should be considered to smooth out your gait.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/4/2015

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Dr. Bernard Bach Jr answered

Yes.: You can walk, but you should initiate physical therapy to restore normal function.

Answered 3/27/2018

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A member asked:

I had i grade 2 ankle sprain 24 days ago.ist a bit swollen.i can walk without pain, but little limping.everybody says different things, should i walk?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Carol Hulett answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Dr. Bernard Bach Jr answered

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