Ankles
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What Are Ankle Sprains?
A sudden sideways motion, a twist, or a misstep. When your foot lands off balance, muscles may give way, allowing the ankle joint to move too far. If ligaments connecting the foot and anklebones overstretch or tear...
How Are Ankle Sprains Treated?
Before recommending treatment, your doctor examines your ankle and foot. He or she feels for damaged ligaments, inflamed tendons, and...
What Helps Recovery?
Depending on the severity of the sprain, your ankle may hurt for a month or more. Once healing is well underway, however...
Can Sprains Be Prevented?
The best way to prevent reinjury is to give a sprain time to heal fully. Once you're back on your feet...