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[|Human|] My 24 year old son sprained his ankle on the 4th of July. He said he heard it pop . We have been treating with ice, ibuprofen, Tylenol. He can put weight on it and walk on it and the swelling and bruising has gone down some but he is complaining of numbness in his toes. Should he see a physician or is this pretty typical for this type of injury.
[|AI|]  Hello, Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case with diligence. As per your history and injury pattern there can be tear in ankle ligament leading to numbness and swelling. Instability may increase due to laxity of ligament. Yes consult your doctor. I will advise repeating MRI ankle for soft tissue involvement. Till time, you can continue use supportive splint or brace. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and TENS will help in early healing. Persistent pain after ankle injury is common and may take 2 to 6 months to heal. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.