There is no ‘one size fits all’ answer to how long it will take you to recover from a sprain. Recovery time will vary based on the location of the sprain, the severity of it, and how well you treat the area after sustaining the injury. On average, you can expect to see muscle strength and range of motion improve and/or normalize within 8-12 weeks. However, sprains that are more severe can take upwards of 16+ weeks to heal. It’s important to note that those who have experienced a sprain or strain before are at a much higher risk of re-injuring the same area again. While some minor soft tissue injuries can be remedied at home with rest, icing, and elevation, others may require you to seek higher level medical care. Not getting the appropriate treatment can lead to longer recovery times and the worsening of the condition over the short and long term. If you have a strain or sprain that you would like to have professionally addressed, contact us at Hudson Sport & Spine. Our team of soft tissue specialists are dedicated to improving and safeguarding your health so that you can return to doing the things you enjoy. For more information about our treatment services, reach out to us. Otherwise, you can book in online for an appointment at your earliest convenience. We serve patients from Hoboken NJ, Jersey City NJ, Weehawken NJ, West New York NJ, Guttenberg NJ, Secaucus NJ, Harrison NJ, Kearny NJ, Newark NJ, Belleville NJ, North Bergen NJ and Lyndhurst NJ.