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Is it normal for a splint on ankle to hurt your heal so bad. why is this happening ?
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Split hurting ankle: The splint may not be the right size. Also, the swelling may be the cause of your pain.
Answered 10/31/2015
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I think I have shin splints from soccer I have played for years but i injured my ankle 5 weeks ago and that still hurts a lot so could they be linked?
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Surgery? Should this be properly aligned. Broken fibula 2 places ! broken fibula, mid lower section top break, still in alignment but fracture. Lower break separated and off to the side not in alignment but. Back of heal and ankle burning. I have a splint
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