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Is it okay to walk around with an ankle fracture?

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Not advisable: It would be best to elevate and keep pressure off the ankle unless you have been put into a walking brace or cast.

Answered 8/3/2018

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Dr. Ellen Wenzel answered

Specializes in Podiatry

See a Doctor: The mechanism of injury, if any, and any clinical and radiographic features would have to be considered first and foremost in order to make these recommendations.

Answered 12/21/2015

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Varies: It is based upon the specific nature of the fracture. At a minimum, most need to be initially immobilized with a brace or cast. Whether weight bearing is allowed is based upon the specific fracture pattern.

Answered 12/22/2015

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Will ankle brace be enough for a fractured ankle bone? Can i walk?

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