How long does a sprained ankle take time to heal?
Patient: Hi  well I was playing bball two weeks ago and rolld my ankle went tothe hosp and.got xrays  they said it was a.very bad sprain   and told me what to do  so nowmy.ankle isnt swollen anymore  and I.still have a great deal.of.pain in the tendons behind my.heal and on the sides of.my.ankle.  Witch I.no will take time my.worry is that the top of my foot is still swollen  but its not hard its all squishie like a sponge. Amd there pressure when I touch it. I.can.walk.on my.toes  but.thats it.cant.put.my.foot down.flat.and walk.. Doctor: It seems a severe injury. First and foremost thing you do is give rest to your foot by strapping and keep it raised. Analgesic antiinflammatories are to be taken.cold  compression to be given. It will take little time to heal as it seems to be tortured. If takes more than a week or ten days go for MRI for appropriate diagnosis. Take care.