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Sprained ankle 3 months ago. started running again now it is achy and hurts worse than it was. if i just push through will it get better or worse?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Jeffrey Visotsky answered

Specializes in Occupational Medicine

Ankle sprain : Pushing thru it is not good idea. Recommend evaluation by md and possible pt program.

Dr Richman agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Worse: It is never a good idea to push thru pain. See a podiatrist.

Answered 2/13/2013

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