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Should i go to the doctors? i was playing football and got slide tackled and my ankle was heavily rolled, i was helped off the pitch because i was unable to stand on it. i have iced and kept it off the floor at all times but no improvement?

Q: should i go to the doctors? i was playing football and got slide tackled and my ankle was heavily rolled, i was helped off the pitch because i was unable to stand on it. i have iced and kept it off the floor at all times but no improvement?

: Yes, an Ortho evaluation would be best as you likely suffered an ankle sprain at a minimum. You are doing the right things, a thorough evaluation and plan will be needed so that you can fully recover and keep playing in the future.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Yes, an Ortho evaluation would be best as you likely suffered an ankle sprain at a minimum. You are doing the right things, a thorough evaluation and plan will be needed so that you can fully recover and keep playing in the future.

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/9/2022

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A member asked:

Should i go to the doctors? i was playing football and got slide tackled and my ankle was heavily rolled, i was helped off the pitch because i was unable to stand on it. i have iced and kept it off the floor at all times but no improvement?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

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