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Donald Jones was in pain when he sprained his ankle.
Donald Jones' left ankle injury is more serious than originally thought, making it unlikely the Buffalo Bills' receiver will play again this season.
Bills coach Chan Gailey said "it's more long term than short term" when describing the injury Monday, leaving Jones only an "outside chance" of playing again this season. Gailey put the timetable for Jones' absence at three to six weeks after the Bills' 35-8 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, but with just six weeks left, there's a good chance the Bills will eventually need Jones' roster spot to add depth to another position that's been depleted by injury.
(From Buffalonews.com Nov. 22, 2012)
When one sprains an ankle, it's essential that you rest, ice, compress and elevate the afflicted limb. Next step is to have the ankle evaluated by a trained professional. At Foot Care Centers we perform a thorough exam both clinically and radiographically to determine the appropriate treatment course. Typically, immobilization in ambulatory cast is necessary for two weeks and then transition into an ankle brace thereafter. For athletes, physical therapy is important to regain the strength and proprioception to prevent recurrent sprain and injury.