U.S. doctors online nowAsk doctors free
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 Khabie
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.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Learn how we can help
5.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Thank
Dr. Bernard Bach Jr
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.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Learn how we can help
164 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Thank
Dr. Frank Kuitems
Dr. Frank Kuitems agrees1 doctor agrees

Related questions

A male asked:
My wife sprained her foot, someone laded on her heel with her toes tucked underneath..I think she hyperextended her arch. She has bruising and it still hurts. Day one she iced for four hours, day two and three she iced for an hour or so....It is day 4. Sh
3 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
A 28-year-old female asked:
My ankle is sprained, i followed some treatment x 4 days, and i need to fly out tomorrow (2hr flight) my foot is swollen and veiny should I fly at all?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 20-year-old female asked:
I'm considering MBST therapy for my sprained leg. I heard it helps. What exactly does this treatment consist of? Is it painful somehow?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 36-year-old male asked:
Treatment for mirror movement in both hands, stiffness in right hand and leg Plz advice medicine?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A female asked:
I have 8 month foot sprain now. I didnt have a complete rest and treatment due to schedule but did go to see doctor and use brace.What should I do now?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Last updated Jun 22, 2019

Found in:

Ligament›Pain›Sprain

People also asked

Is physical therapy for ankle sprain painful? Still have limited movement and swelling. 6 weeks since injury
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Foot still hurts a week after MILD sprain, is this ok? When should I start Physical therapy? How much longer til I can walk with no pain? Basic in 3?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
I had a bad fall and was seen in the er where they said it was an ankle sprain. Its been 5 days & my foots numb & still swollen also cant control any movement in my foot. Is this normal with an ankle sprain?
4 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
How much therapy is needed for perenoal nerve damage from drop foot? Its already been 1yr. Thebproblem is lateral movement.
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Its been exactly a month since I sprained my right ankle and theres still a big bump on the side of my foot, I can walk but if I move it a certain way itll hurt. I never went to the doctor. Do I need to go to the doctor?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Related topics

Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
Talk to a doctor now
$44 video appointments with $19/month membership*
*Billed $57 every 3 months. Cancel anytime.

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get the Free App for Members

Get the Free App for Doctors

HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
TermsPrivacyCookiesDMCA
Copyright 2023 HealthTap, Inc.