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Ankle Not Healing

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jamie_50991
jamie_50991

Okay guys. I posted awhile ago about a severely sprained ankle. I was in a boot for a month and completed 2 months of PT. Three days later, It gave out again, and swelled up to 2 and a half times it's normal size. I called my orthopedic and after x-rays (which were negative), he said over the phone that "we need to discuss a long term plan." I have an appointment on the 4th, but it's driving me crazy. Any ideas on what this might mean? I'm assuming surgery, but I'm also trying to not jump to conclusions. Thanks! Jamie .

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  • devsmom
    devsmom jamie_50991

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    That certainly looks very swollen. I just don't understand why surgery would be part of any plan because your ankle was not broken. Of course I'm not in the medical field and I wish you the best. I hope you get other replies.

  • dylan08443
    dylan08443 jamie_50991

    Posted

    hi jamie,

    i had a similar problem. severe sprain to my left ankle around 6 months ago. the swelling has pretty much gone now, and has been the same since around the 3 month mark.

    maybe try to just exercise on it a bit to get it used to the activity, and see how it goes although be careful not to twist it again like i did twice, haha.

    all the best

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