Ankle sprain

I sprained my ankle 6 weeks ago. I could walk on it and continue to work but several times a day the ligament in my ankle "pops" and moves over the ankle bone, which is very painful. A locum at my surgery said It will heal in time, but Im not sure whether I should be resting it. My job involves situations where I have to run suddenly and the ankle always gives way on me.

[Yena H Do, DPM]

get an mri of the ankle to evaluate the ligaments and tendons.  the popping sounds like the peroneal tendon may be popping out of place.
if you can't do this, wear an ankle brace to help provide support while you work.  physical therapy to strengthen the peroneal muscles will strengthen the ankle.  also, doing balancing (propioception) exercises are beneficial as well