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Ankle sprain
This is the second time my ankle got sprained , there was small swelling and bit pain so I ignored it ,but now it's been 1 and half month it is giving me pain, could you please suggest what should I do to fix it asap.xray are normal.
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Consult Ortho specialist.
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MRI OF ANKLE IS NEEDED
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Need to see x-ray films to rule out fracture and Mostly this might be a ligamentous injury also
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Start ankle rehab
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If symptoms worsens get an mri ankle
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Avoid strenuous activities
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Get a MRI done for your ankle. And consult orthopaedic surgeon
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MRI will show the sprained ligament Nd if rest or any treatment is needed or not. Ankle mobility exercises will help after tat
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Hi if it’s troubling frequently then we need to look for ligament integrity. U cn visit once for clinical examination n may require mri. Tk cre
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Sometimes ankle sprain is associated with ligament tears most common being ATFL tear. Thorough clinical examination & further investigations like MRI may be required for evaluation.
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orthopaedic consultation & further evaluation
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Apply an ankle binder for now & avoid strenuous activities like running, jogging. Also avoid squatting & sitting cross legged.
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