Definition: Given a passage and a query based on the passage, generate an unambiguous, concise and simple answer to the query from information in the passage. Note that the answer may not be present in exact form.
Input: step is to regain normal movement. The long-term goal of repairing a broken ankle is to decrease the chance of ankle arthritis in the future. You are then allowed to wean out of the cast or boot. You can return to normal activities once the bones are fully healed. Some patients may need physical therapy for their ankle to regain full movement and strength. While everyone is different, it can take up to a year after surgery for some patients to regain full ankle function. Grade 1 Ankle Sprain. This is the mildest degree of sprain, where there is minimal damage to the ligaments. The ankle is stable and should recover in seven to 10 days. The symptoms of a Grade 1 sprain tend to be limited to pain and swelling. Most athletes can walk without crutches but are unable to jog, jump or change direction. Treated by rest, ice and elevation, athletes should be able to return from a Grade 1 sprain relatively quickly. 1 Dr. Katz enumerates four signs that indicate you are ready to come back from an ankle injury: 2 The swelling goes down. 3 You are able to put weight on the injured ankle. 4 You have full range of motion in the ankle. Ankle sprains take an average of 6 weeks to heal but can take can up to 4 months, depending on the severity. An ankle brace, air stirrup, hiking boots, or other form of ankle support should be worn during this time to protect the ligaments. After the ankle is healed, wearing an ankle brace or taping the ankle may help prevent reinjury. Even after your ankle feels better, continue with muscle-strengthening exercises and balance and control exercises several times a week to keep your ankles strong. The timing and type of rehab exercises may vary according to your doctor's or physical therapist's preferences. Dr. Katz enumerates four signs that indicate you are ready to come back from an ankle injury: 1 The swelling goes down. 2 You are able to put weight on the injured ankle. 3 You have full range of motion in the ankle. Strengthening exercises to strengthen the muscles so they help support your ankle. Talk to your doctor or physical therapist about the timing of strengthening exercises for the ankle. In general, you can start these exercises after you are able to stand without increased pain or swelling, as long as you do not feel pain while you do them. Immediately after surgery, your ankle will be immobilized for a few weeks. Once the wounds are healed, you will be fitted for either a cast or a boot. Many surgeons use a removable boot. The boot protects the ankle as it heals but can be removed to allow washing, wound checks, and icing. Surgical treatment of ankle fractures allows patients to regain ankle function while the bones and joint heal. Immediately after surgery, your ankle will be immobilized for a few weeks. Once the wounds are healed, you will be fitted for either a cast or a boot. Many surgeons use a removable boot. The boot protects the ankle as it heals but can be removed to allow washing, wound checks and icing. Query: how long will it take my ankle to regain
Output:
Ankle sprains take an average of 6 weeks to heal but can take can up to 4 months, depending on the severity.