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The severity of the fracture will directly impact recovery time. In general, a bone will require at least 6 weeks to heal. Five ligaments and a tendon help hold your ankle together, as well, and these can all be damaged during a fracture. Before your ankle is strong enough to bear weight and allow you to move around more or less as before, this tissue needs time to heal in addition to the bones. Ligaments and tendons often take longer to heal than the bones themselves. You can see how all of these parts connect in the diagram below.
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.ome people who have repeated or severe sprains can develop long-term joint pain and weakness. Treating a sprained ankle can help prevent ongoing ankle problems. Rehabilitation (rehab) exercises for an ankle sprain can be done at home to promote proper healing and prevent chronic pain and instability.