Why does my ankle still hurt after 4 months?

“An ankle sprain that lingers beyond 3 months is often an injury to a bone, tendon or ligament that is unlikely to heal without intervention,” he says. “And the longer an ankle injury persists without proper treatment, the greater the likelihood that permanent disability will result.”

Why does my ankle still hurt 2 years after sprain?

A sprain that happened years ago can leave residual weakness that isn’t noticed in normal daily activity, but subjecting the ankle to rigorous physical activity can further damage improperly-healed ligaments, and cause persistent pain and swelling.

How long after a sprained ankle can you run?

Returning to running As mentioned previously a mild sprain may see a return to running in 1-2 weeks, a very severe sprain may need 4-6 months. In order to return to running without risking re-injury you need full range of movement in the ankle, good muscle power (with equal calf strength) and good control of movement.

Will my ankle ever be the same after a bad sprain?

Once they are stretched out, they will never return to their original shapes. We are left with an ankle that is less stable, especially in the direction that the sprain occurred. To add fuel to the fire, the sprained ligaments lose the ability to efficiently communicate with your brain.

Should you run with ankle pain?

So, stop running until your pain is completely gone, otherwise your injury can get worse. Either relax in the meantime or find alternative ways to exercise – swimming is a good alternative – while your ankle heals.

When can I start running after a Grade 2 ankle sprain?

Grade 2 ankle sprains involve greater injury to the ligament and can take up 4-6 weeks to allow full return to sport. Grade 3 injuries are more severe in nature and often involve full tearing of the ligament and possible bone fracture.

How long does it take to run after an ankle sprain?

The length of time it takes to return to running after an ankle sprain will depend on the extent of your injury. You might get back on the road after a mild injury within two weeks, but more severe injuries can take up to several months.

How long do ankle injuries last?

Ankle injuries can be a fairly common injury for runners. I have seen many of these, and sometimes when mistakes are made these injuries can last for months or years, far beyond the length of time they should take to resolve. Here are a few tips from the time of injury to the point of a return to running.

What are the causes of persistent pain following an ankle sprain?

Causes Of Persistent Pain Following An Ankle Sprain 1 Anterior Ankle Pain. If the pain is anterior then articular… 2 Lateral Ankle Pain. Lateral ankle pain may be due to synovitis (inflammation of the ankle joint)… 3 Posterior Ankle Pain. Posterior ankle pain may be due to posterior ankle impingement. 4 Investigations. Weightbearing x-rays…

Can you stand on a sprained ankle?

There are three grades of ankle sprains, and it pays to consult with a doctor to identify the damage. Once the swelling is down and you can stand on your ankle again—and with your doctor’s approval—focus on the simple range-of-motion exercise of pointing and flexing your elevated foot.