text: how long until i can return to running after dislocating my ankle?   best to ask your doctor, as individuals vary greatly in terms of healing time. but as a fellow runner, i will say this -- returning to running too quickly and intensely really increases the risk of you getting seriously injured the next time and putting you on the bench for a long time.  it's best to wait until your ankle feels completely well, no pain or weirdness when you walk around. then, ease back into the running -- 15 minutes of running; 15 minutes of walking. gradually build back up to where you were before. you may resent losing the time initially, but take it from me -- it's better than gaining the time now but losing way more on your second injury!