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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?
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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.
Answered 8/9/2022
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