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Is getting ankle support for sprained ankle (grade 2) overkill?
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No it's not: It's perfectly reasonably to wear one after a sprain (grade 2), but after 4 weeks, it may be best to then remove it and start range of motion and exercises again. Hope this helps!
Answered 9/28/2016
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