·       There is usually noticeable relief from medications and injections. Patients undergoing physiotherapy can properly recover by managing symptoms and improving mobility. Surgery usually causes increased pain in the recovery period, but patients experience long-term symptom relief afterwards. In most patients undergoing ankle surgery, the estimated time to return to full activities is 2 to 3 months. ·       See “Rehabilitation Techniques and Expectations with Post-Injury Recovery” section for specific details.