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Sprained ankle, x-ray taken & given air cast?
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Sprained Ankle: If the Xray was negative, then an air cast is appropriate treatment, to add support to the injured ligaments , to allow time to strengthen . Also elevation will help control swelling.
Answered 5/22/2018
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