Suggest Treatment For Ankle Ligament Tear

Posted on Sat, 3 Oct 2015

Question: I had twisted my foot and have a torn ankle ligament. The orthopedic put a soft plaster to fasten the healing. How soon will I recover and when can I get the plaster removed and start walking

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
3-4 weeks.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
A torn ankle ligament takes 3-4 weeks to heal. After the plaster is removed there will be some joint stiffness due to immobilization. It will take a few days physiotherapy exercises and a hot compress to help you walk normally.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (2 days later)

Thanks for your answer. It was really helpful. Can you tell me how soon can the plaster be removed?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
4 weeks.

Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
The plaster is usually removed after 4 weeks. You will need physiotherapy after the removal of plaster to reduce the ankle stiffness.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar