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Can moving a sprained ankle make it worse?
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Minimal pain? Yes: Motion around a minimal to moderately sprained ankle is recommended. It is not recommended however in light of a complete ligament rupture.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Ankle Sprain: Ankle sprains are very common injuries. There's a good chance that while playing as a child or stepping on an uneven surface as an adult you sprained your ankle--some 25,000 people do it every day. http://www.aofas.org/footcaremd/how-to/foot-injury/pages/how%20to%20care%20for%20a%20sprained%20ankle.aspx
Answered 9/28/2016
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