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Is it possible that your ankle can be 4 inches above the socket and have a high ankle sprain can walk how long will that take to heal?

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Dr. Gregory Harvey answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Ankle sprain : High ankle sprains can take longer to heal then a low ankle sprain. The minimum time is 6 weeks but can last up to 3 months. Use a brace or fracture boot for support.

Dr Ettinger agreed

Answered 2/19/2017

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Dr. Alan Ettinger answered

High ankle sprain: Will take longer to heal than the typical lateral ankle sprain. 12 weeks are average.

Dr Sparacino and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/28/2015

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

If you dislocated : Your ankle you need to be seen by a doctor or it won't heal properly.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Is it possible that your ankle can be 4 inches above the socket and have a high ankle sprain can walk how long will that take to heal?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Gregory Harvey answered

Dr Ettinger agreed

Dr. Alan Ettinger answered

Dr Sparacino and another doctor agreed

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

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