So I sprained my ankle about 3-4 weeks ago and went to a orthopaedic and they said just to wait and let it heal and they said it should only take about 2 weeks, it s been 3 and everything is good except there is this dark bruised looking small circle and when I run my ankle feels like it pops and I can t really run yet or even when I move it the wrong way. This is bad for me because it is cross country season and I need to be running already been out 3 and a half weeks and sufgestions
For an ankle sprain it may take a longer time to achieve complete pain relief. As complete rest a patient can not afford in busy life. Better if you get some sort of ankle support in form of cr\u00eape bandage or ankle binder.  For the bruise it will take time to wean off. Soft tissue trauma shows as bruise. Better if you can avoid heavy work and get a better showier like soft soles and avoid high heel.