A 19-year-old male asked:
can a chronic ankle sprain just be stretched ligaments? also if you did pt at home, and it didn't help, will you need surgery? what surgery is needed?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered
Podiatry 28 years experience
Yes: Possibly, one to repair the damage that occured. I.E repairing or creating a new or stronger ligament.
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Dr. Jason Rudolph answered
Orthopedic Surgery 28 years experience
Occasionally : By definition, a sprained ankle is stretched out ligaments. There is a chance that the ligaments are so stretched out that surgery can become necessary. The majority of severe sprains (85%) don't require surgery.
5272 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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