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Why am i getting stress fractures in ankle after sprain?

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See a podiatrist: Your ankle may be unstable do to the sprain and the extra force may cause a fracture.

Answered 3/15/2013

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Cause/effect: It's certainly possible the same injury that caused the sprain is also responsible for an ankle fracture. A stress fracture, by definition, does not happen from one event, but rather from prolonged stress to the part. An examination and gait evaluation by a podiatrist may shed some light on the cause of your injuries.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Trauma: An injury to the ankle can result in a stress fracture. When an ankle is injured it is at risk for further injuries.

Answered 3/31/2014

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