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I have had major sprains in both my ankles, its been more than a year and my ankles are still swollen up.tried nearly everything including mri. advise?

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See below: I would try using a compression sock to help push the fluid out. But may have created such a severe injury that you will always have swelling of the tissue.

Answered 11/29/2016

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Dr. Michael McGlamry answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ankles unstable: Most ankle sprains heal uneventfully, however many are undertreated leaving a percentage of patients with "streched out" ligaments and instability. If MRI is normal this is likely an instability issue. This can be treated with bracing or surgical repair of the ligaments.

Answered 6/10/2014

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