Purchase, NY
A 18-year-old female asked:
I got my ankle sprained about 3 months ago. i had therapy but it still hurts, i can't do some movements or wear certain high heels. what should i do?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Victor Khabieanswered
32 years experience
Get an mri: I would expect the sprain to have healed more fully at this point. An MRI should be performed to evaluate for any ligament and cartilage damage.
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Dr. Bernard Bach Jranswered
Orthopedic Surgery 44 years experience
Icing.: Keep icing the ankle. Keep up with your physical therapy strengthening exercises. They can take 3-6 months.
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Last updated Jun 22, 2019
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