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Is Pain And Swelling In Left Leg With History Of Sprained Ligaments Normal?

Hello, 4 years ago, I sprained/strained ligaments in my left shin/ankle/foot. I still have pain & swelling. Should I still be having pain & swelling four years later? I was 46 at the time of my injury. My orthopaedic dr. is sending me an EMG. My email address: YYYY@YYYY . Thank you.
Tue, 28 Apr 2015
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Dear patient
Sprain takes about 4 to 6 weeks for healing if given proper rest and protected for the same time. If not treated properly with rest it becomes chronic with constant pain and difficult walking. We have to investigate with mri of involved ankle and foot and not EMG. MRI gives detail of which ligaments are sprained and also helps in assessing severity of sprain. Visit radiology center nearby you and get it done. You should visit expert orthopaedic surgeon with report. All the best.
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Is Pain And Swelling In Left Leg With History Of Sprained Ligaments Normal?

Dear patient Sprain takes about 4 to 6 weeks for healing if given proper rest and protected for the same time. If not treated properly with rest it becomes chronic with constant pain and difficult walking. We have to investigate with mri of involved ankle and foot and not EMG. MRI gives detail of which ligaments are sprained and also helps in assessing severity of sprain. Visit radiology center nearby you and get it done. You should visit expert orthopaedic surgeon with report. All the best.