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Pulled muscles in ankle. it's been 4 months did rice... what will an ortho recommend to help heal? boot/cast? have appt already just wondering!
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Ortho: Probably order MRI to check for the integrity of the tendons. I hope one of the orthopedic doctors from health tap provides an answer to your question.
Answered 7/31/2014
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