Brief Answer: Physical therapy is the preferred choice Detailed Answer: Hi.Thanks for writing n XXXXXXX The initial treatment of all grades of all grades of ankle sprains/tear consist of rest, ice compression, elevation and analgesics for pain relief. Treatment for grade III injuries is more controversial. A comprehensive literature evaluation shows that early functional treatment(physical therapy for 6 weeks) provided the fastest recovery of ankle mobility and earliest return to work and physical activity without affecting late mechanical stability. Functional treatment was complication-free, whereas surgery(rarely indicated) had serious, though infrequent, complications. Weight bearing will be encouraged as soon as it is tolerated. Once the goals of physical therapy are met then he will be independent with a home exercise program with sport-specific activities and gradually return to play.This is a part of the rehab program. Hope this answers your question. Keep us posted for further queries.

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