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Broke ankle and calcaneus 16 weeks ago still pain swelling and hard to walk at times is this normal and when will it get better?

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Dr. Michael Roman answered

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Being: A weight bearing bone it will take longer to heal and feel better. Therapy would help with ROM and strength training. Slowly things will get better.

Answered 8/13/2014

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A member asked:

Broke ankle and calcaneus 16 weeks ago still pain swelling and hard to walk at times is this normal and when will it get better?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Roman answered

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