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Sprained ankle
A months ago i was playing football and my ankle sprained really hard then i went to a doctor which he didnt help at all he only told me tonuse a gel called reparil and now i cant run and my ankle is really big note: no broken or cracked bones
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Ankle sprain can vary from partial ligament injury to complete tear. Proper rest to the joint, elevation, ice packs and compression provides relief but it usually takes 4-6 wks to heal.
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compression bandage and elevation will help in reducing the swelling
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