The duration of treatment for an ankle sprain depends on the severity of the injury. With slight strains of a single ligament, recovery is usually possible after 2-3 weeks. When one or two ligaments are damaged or completely ruptured, the rehabilitation time may be extended to about 3 months. Some severe torsion injuries of the ankle, causing instability of the ankle joint, require surgical treatment followed by special rehabilitation protocols.

Walking is possible with the orthosis on and with the relief of the injured limb with elbow crutches. Partial stressing of a sprained ankle is permitted where it does not aggravate the pain or cause swelling of the ankle. Complete withdrawal of crutches is an individual matter - in most cases it is possible around 2 weeks after the injury. The orthosis is used until the 5-6 week.

Each sprain of the ankle joint should be diagnosed by an orthopedist for accompanying damage and complications. You should strictly follow the instructions of your doctor and physiotherapist regarding the weighting and movement of the injured ankle. Reduction of pain and swelling in the first days after the injury can be achieved by: applying cool compresses, bandaging the ankle joint and placing the limb slightly higher than the hip level.