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A member asked:
How long should i wear the compression bandage for? sprained ankle 2 weeks ago. still hurts a little not nearly as bad. only a tiny bit swollen now
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A good Start.: Still a little pain and swelling means that the ankle is still unstable. Two weeks is not enough time for a sprain of any substance. You may have to go 4 to 6 weeks for optimum recovery. Of course this is only guess work since you have not disclosed the severity of the sprain. You might try a little heat to speed the healing up.
Answered 4/8/2018
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