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It's been 15 days since i sprained my ankle and it's still a bit swollen and stiff and it hurts when i roll it to its side. what should i do? how long
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Healing : Healing is a process.... As long as your are making some improvement, it's likely healing just not healed.... This can take 2-4 weeks... If worse, consider an mri.
Answered 11/28/2017
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See a physician: Ankle sprains can take 2-3 months before all the swelling and stiffness goes away. There are many treatments that help the healing and swelling for example, ice, physical therapy, anti inflammatory medications, braces, unna boots, ace wraps, compression stockings, cast boot etc. Go see your physician. You will probably need an x-ray to make sure nothing is broken or dislocated.
Answered 3/22/2014
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