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Left Ankel Ligament Injury
Met with left leg ankel twist on 31st May 23. Under plaster for 26 days. Still pain and swelling is there.
When in sleep condition no issue other than mild pain.
On walk, car drive etc pain and swelling increases.
Unable to stand on the left leg even for 10 sec.
Plz guide what to do.
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Require Physical examination and MRI scan if required
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keep the leg elevated with pillows while sleeping,
keep the leg on stool even when u are sitting on chair / sofa
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avoid dependent position till the swelling reduces
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MRI of ankle
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It’s 3 months now so better to get examine for ligament injuries and if needed than stress xrays or Mri .
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Go for MRI scan, then according to report we can plan
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Consult nearby orthopaedic
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Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospital retired Chandigarh(U.T)
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You might need an MRI ankle and treatment to repair/ reconstruct the ligament after seeing the MRI
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Get an MRI and meet ortho or meet ortho followed by MRI
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
Orthopedic surgeon
4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Mri ankle to be done
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