Ankle Sprain Recovery Time
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I am an avid runner. I sprained my ankle (mild to moderate), and my doctor recommended not running for an entire month. Since I love running and the thought is depressing to me, do you think it would be foolish to try to run sooner? The pain is gone from the ankle, and I can walk on it without a problem. Thanks.
2 comments
skier71
all i have to say is wait untill your doc says its ok!! i went back to playing soccer too quickly after my first sprain and now probably have to have surgery to fix the unstable ligaments. They never had time to heal properly. please wait untill your doc says its ok because nothing good comes from an unstable ankle and it will contine to be sprained if not healed correctly
skymus
in basketball we often have ankle injuries. After initial healing, just wrap the ankle with elastic bandage and you will feel safe. have a nice run