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I was playing basketball and sprained my ankle and a after like 6 weeks its pretty much healed but there's a like a knot in front of my ankle. why?
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Swelling: Could be just from the original swelling and that may just take time to decrease in size. If it's not painful at your age, you may seek at physical therapy to help decrease scarring around your ankle area. Hope this helps and good luck.
Answered 4/9/2016
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Soft Tissue: Likely still have soft tissue edema. Try compression and elevation. Stay off salty foods and alcohol.
Answered 8/15/2013
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