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Can i walk on a sprained ankle?

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Dr. Thomas Deberardino answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes if NO fracture: Ankle sprains are one of the most common extremity injuries. Most mild sprains are effectively treated with rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Walking is allowed and recommended as soon as it is tolerated. Splinting or bracing can be useful to speed up recovery and the ability to walk with more significant ankle sprains.

Answered 7/31/2019

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Dr. James Chen answered

Specializes in Orthopaedic Surgery

Depends on severity: A high grade ankle sprain is best served being non-weight bearing. If a patient wants a tight ankle after a sprain, he should be nonweight bearing for a week or two and then gradually walk with a supportive ankle brace. The most common reason for persistent ankle sprains is incomplete rehabilitation from an ankle sprain. Typically the ankle feels ok after 3 weeks but won't be completely healed.

Answered 5/28/2019

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With a brace : Would be preferred, if not painful....

Answered 1/5/2014

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Dr. Wenjay Sung answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Try it: Usually it's recommended to ice, rest, brace and use of antiinflammatory meds, but if you don't have much pain or selling, then feel free to walk. Hope this helped.

Answered 8/1/2019

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