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Foot still hurts a week after mild sprain, is this ok? when should i start physical therapy? how much longer til i can walk with no pain? basic in 3?

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Dr. Allan Tissenbaum answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Normal: This is normal, start PT as soon as possible, walking without pain is very individual and depends on the degree of sorain and how much damage occured. Basic in 3 if you can walk and run without pain

Dr Maes agreed

Answered 5/30/2016

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Dr. Robert Hadfield answered

Should be Ok: If it is a mild sprain and there are no fractures you should be OK for basic training in 3 weeks.

Dr Pack and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/2/2014

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A member asked:

Foot still hurts a week after mild sprain, is this ok? when should i start physical therapy? how much longer til i can walk with no pain? basic in 3?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Allan Tissenbaum answered

Dr Maes agreed

Dr. Robert Hadfield answered

Dr Pack and 2 doctors agreed

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