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Originally Posted by TheSutterDynasty
I might suggest something conservative before jumping to an ortho referral. Besides, if it is what the majority of ankle sprains are, ortho won't touch you unless you're a teenage gymnast.
Like my answer in most of these things, go see a physio. GPs don't have specific training in musculoskeletal and won't be all that helpful.
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Not sure why you would suggest seeing someone who isn't legally allowed to render a diagnosis as a front-line option.
Some GPs are incredibly good with MSK stuff, some are not. GPs generally have bigger fish to fry so I would give them a pass on breezing over ankle injuries. Ortho would know what's up for sure, but the practicality aspect (long waits to get in, they may not be focused on something unless it leads to a "glorious" surgery). I think the correct answer here is podiatry/podiatric surgery department. They will cut it to you straight.