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How long would it take until i can start playing rugby again after a broken ankle and torn ligaments?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

D/w orthopod: This really depends on the injury. I would discuss with your orthopedic surgeon. An on-line physician has no way to know the extent of injury or the level of healing that has taken place.

Answered 4/16/2013

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