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Grade 2 knee sprain. . started using brace 10 days later.. been using brace for 7 days and pain recedes but recurs randomly. how long will it take?
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6-8 weeks: for sprain to heal. Focus on strengthening muscles around the knee to heal faster.
Answered 9/28/2016
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