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How do you treat a partial tear to tendons in the ankle?
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Foot structure: Would matter. But, generally, immobilization for the acute stage of the injury to repair itself. A cam walker is usually adequate.
Answered 2/6/2019
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Two ways...: Conservative therapy or surgery may be used. Please see an orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon for help. One in your are can be found at www.Aofas.Org.
Answered 6/29/2015
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