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Iv got ankle sprain 2weeks ago.very much swelng, 2bruise but no pain.doctor has put knee length cast on mi eg for 6weeks.whn shod istrt walkg wd cast?
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2 weeks: I believe he apply the cast for the sprain and to control the swelling, when ever the swelling go down you apply weight, again i would listen to my doctor.
Answered 12/5/2018
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Answered 11/24/2016
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