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Can you pop a dislocated ankle back into place?

I am a 30 year old male. I want to know if you can pop a dislocated ankle back into place?

4 Answers

Yes, I do adjust ankle and extremity
If it’s truly dislocated you can’t. There is a term called subluxation which is anything less than a dislocation and even then popping the ankle back into place is something I would not advise a layperson to do.
A dislocated ankle is a potentially dangerous condition. Do not attempt to reduce the dislocation without a medical professional present.
Any concern about dislocation or fracture should be ruled out with evaluation medically and with possible Xrays or other diagnostic tests. These cases should be seen first at a ER or Urgent care. Fracture or dislocations should be treated medical. After resolution of the condition or ruling out of fracture or dislocation then it can be determined if conservative care can be instituted.