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I sprained my ankle and went to urgent care monday.dr put me in air cast and ace wrap and on crutches, told me when i feel more stable switch to walking boot for 2 wks.at what point can i stopcrutches?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

When you are : In the boot and walking boot and walking with no pain.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 7/4/2014

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Dr. Cindy Williams answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Sprain: As soon as you are able to support your weight, without too much pain.

Dr Visotsky agreed

Answered 7/5/2014

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A member asked:

I sprained my ankle and went to urgent care monday.dr put me in air cast and ace wrap and on crutches, told me when i feel more stable switch to walking boot for 2 wks.at what point can i stopcrutches?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Dr Munshower agreed

Dr. Cindy Williams answered

Dr Visotsky agreed

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