Sprain/Strain Ankle

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Definition:
An injury to a ligament of the ankle when the joint is carried through a range of motion greater than normal, but without dislocation or fracture; or an injury resulting from tensile force to muscle or tendon of the ankle.
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Symptoms
  • Pain, often sudden and severe
  • Swelling
  • Bruising
  • Inability to walk or bear weight on the injured joint
Causes
  • Tripping or falling
  • Landing awkwardly after a jump
  • Walking or running on uneven surfaces
  • A sudden impact such as a car crash
  • Twisting or rotating the ankle
  • Rolling the ankle
Treatment
  • Massage to reduce swelling
  • ROM and stretching
  • Ankle stabilization exercises
  • Balance training
  • Lower extremity strengthening

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