In the area of ankle sprains, for example, a good deal of evidence
suggests that patients should take an assertive approach to their
recovery in order to prevent the development of excessive scar tissue
and to maintain flexibility in the joint. Certainly, there are limits
to this advice, and athletes and others should have a reasonable view
of the time their injuries need to properly heal. Finding the point of
balance between overactive and insufficient treatment of joint
injuries, however, should be a goal for doctors and patients alike.
Research Coordinator
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