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27 paź 2022 · Overview. A sprain is a stretching or tearing of ligaments — the tough bands of fibrous tissue that connect two bones together in your joints. The most common location for a sprain is in your ankle. Initial treatment includes rest, ice, compression and elevation.
11 sie 2022 · A sprain occurs when your ankle is forced to move out of its normal position, which can cause one or more of the ankle's ligaments to stretch, partially tear or tear completely. Causes of a sprained ankle might include: A fall that causes your ankle to twist. Landing awkwardly on your foot after jumping or pivoting.
27 paź 2022 · During the physical exam, your doctor will check for swelling and points of tenderness in your affected limb. The location and intensity of your pain can help determine the extent and nature of the damage. X-rays can help rule out a fracture or other bone injury as the source of the problem.
A sprained ankle is an injury that occurs when you roll, twist, or turn your ankle in an awkward way. This can stretch or tear the tough bands of tissue (ligaments) that help hold your ankle bones together. Ligaments help stabilize joints, preventing excessive movement.
10 lip 2023 · You may just have sprained your ankle. An ankle sprain typically happens when you roll your ankle inward, which stretches or tears the ligaments supporting the outer part of the joint. An ankle sprain is the most common injury among athletes and active adults, but it can happen to anyone.
7 wrz 2017 · Twist inward, or roll your foot under, and the ligaments can be stretched or torn: a classic ankle sprain. Most sprains will heal on their own. "However, when you have a major sprain, instability can be a problem down the road, and that can often lead to cartilage injury, as well as arthritis and pain," Dr. Shi cautions.
The three lateral collateral ligaments of the ankle (anterior talofibular, calcaneofibular, and posterior talofibular) are probably involved in torque transmission of the foot and leg and are the structures that are disrupted in an ankle sprain.
