Walking is not recommended for 5 days with a sprained ankle, and it needs to be determined based on the manner and extent of the ankle sprain and how well it is recovering, usually between 1 to 6 weeks, with a few longer. In the case of a mild foot sprain, where there is only swelling and no ligament tear or fracture, you can walk in about a week or so. Conservative treatment is usually chosen, usually does not need special treatment, pay attention to bed rest, can receive massage and other physical therapy to promote blood circulation, accelerate recovery. If it is a moderate severe foot sprain patients, for patients who do not have a fracture will generally use a brace or elastic bandage and other braking of the affected foot for 3 to 4 weeks, waiting for the healing of the joint capsule or ligament, and in the process of recovery, pay attention to avoid overweight walking; if a fracture occurs, the use of plaster fixation, the line of conservative treatment, if the fracture is more serious, then the need for surgical repositioning. If the foot is sprained, it is recommended to seek medical treatment, and you can follow the doctor’s advice to carry out appropriate activities.