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Sprained 3 weeks ago; went to urgent care. pain is still moderate. have crutches but they hurt, been using a cane. its still swollen a little. is the cane helping? what else can will help?

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Sounds like: If you are still swollen and having this much pain. You need to return for a recheck and another Xray v

Answered 11/13/2017

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