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I sprained my ankle while playing football. hw long should i rest before starting activities?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Depends on: How you are feeling. I would make sure you have a good ankle brace on that foot while excerciseng.

Dr Michalski agreed

Answered 4/21/2016

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How long?: It varies from patient to patient. I tell my patients 6 weeks but depends on severity of the sprain which you give no information on. Could answer better if new more like did you get treatment x-ray etc...

Dr Tobin agreed

Answered 4/30/2013

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