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In pt for sprained ankle, but reinjured the first day back at cheer. if pt isn't working, what's next? no mri taken no break on xray. injured 5 months

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Dr. Mansoor Jatoi answered

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Reevaluate: Re-evaluate with your primary care provider to see if an MRI may be warranted to see if you have now caused a tear or new injury in that ankle. Should've healed by now if RICE therapy has already been trialed for well over five months. Best of luck.

Answered 8/24/2014

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A member asked:

In pt for sprained ankle, but reinjured the first day back at cheer. if pt isn't working, what's next? no mri taken no break on xray. injured 5 months

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mansoor Jatoi answered

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