Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) Questions Podiatrist

How long after the ankle sprain can I walk normally?

I sprained my ankle. How long after the ankle sprain can I walk normally?

4 Answers

3-4 days or seek an x-ray or professional
Hi! Ligaments take 4-6 weeks to heal so it would be sometime after that.
If you can not walk normally, and it has been more than a week or two since the injury, you need to have the ankle looked at by a medical professional
Returning to activity after ankle sprain will be determined by the severity of the injury. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for evaluation and treatment options.