What can i do to make my sprained ankle heal faster?

Question

Its been 4 weeks, and my ankle hasnt healed yet. And its only a mild sprain! Some people say let it rest in an ankle brace (which ive done for 4 weeks), others say try doing exercises on it to make it stronger. My football season starts in 5 days please please help! I can walk on it just fine, but i cant run hard!

Answer 1

if it hasnt healed you could have a hairline fracture. Have you had it x rayed yet? you should see a doctor. It sounds like you are dealing with more than a slight sprain.