Mild cartilage damage in ankle can usually recover by itself, but more serious cartilage damage usually can not be repaired by itself, and need to be treated in time.
If the cartilage of the ankle is lightly damaged, and the area of cartilage damage is less than 1~2 millimeters, it can be repaired on its own with rest and braking, and sometimes it has to be treated conservatively with chondroitin sulfate and other cartilage-nourishing drugs. If the area of cartilage damage is more than 1~2 millimeters, it is usually difficult to recover on its own, and arthroscopic surgery is needed to repair the damaged cartilage.
Once the cartilage of the ankle is damaged, it is necessary to rest and brake the ankle in time. If the discomfort persists, it is necessary to consult a doctor in time for an examination, so that the doctor can clarify the extent of the damage and choose the appropriate treatment, and please follow the doctor’s instructions for the use of medication.