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Thank you for this.
I have a friend who tore the rear ligament in her ankle. She has no way to see a doctor, but a friend who is a nurse checked her out, put her on crutches for a few weeks.
She keeps the foot elevated and uses an ice pack.
The nurse said that she would be able to ride a bike (and that this would help the healing) in one more week (5 weeks after the injury).
She has had previous ankle problems so just as I request your opinion to reduce the chance of greater damage.


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    Vivian Abrams DPM

    9 10

    As much as I would like to help you, the policy on this site is to not give specific recommendations that might be inappropriate without examining the patient. We live in a society that is quite ready to sue for the least thing. I really would advise your friend to have the foot examined by a podiatrist or orthopedist.

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    9 10

    i believe I have a ruptured ligament in my left ankle and I am wondering if there is anything I can do that will help remedy the problem. thank you

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