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How long is it supposed to it take for a broken ankle to heal?
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6 to 12 weeks: Bone healing takes 6 to 12 weeks no matter what location.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Weeks to months: A broken ankle can take a variable amount of time to heal. There are a number if things that factor into how long it will take. One of the most important is what type of ankle fracture you have.
Answered 9/28/2016
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