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Just had cast removed friday for severe ankle sprain. now another for 2 weeks then boot for 4 weeks. is this normal?
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Would depend : On the extent of the injury.
Answered 7/25/2017
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Its okay: Severe ankle sprains take a while to heal. By placing in a Cam walker (walking boot) the doctor is retaining and restrengthen your muscle which have not been used for 6 weeks. You should be getting back to "normal" activities soon. You may need some physical therapy and at times you may have pain while your body fully recovers.
Answered 2/17/2016
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