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The most common type of ankle injury is a sprain. A sprain is stretching and tearing of ligaments (fibrous bands connecting adjacent bones in a joint.) There are many ligaments around the ankle and these can become damaged when the ankle is forced into a postion not normally encountered. ... The more severe the injury,
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www.rice.edu/~jenky/sports/ankle.sprain.html
www.rice.edu/~jenky/sports/ankle.sprain.html
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When a ligament is forced to stretch beyond its normal range, a sprain occurs. A severe sprain causes actual tearing of the elastic fibers. ... If there is no broken bone, the doctor may be able to tell you the grade of your ankle sprain based upon the amount of swelling, pain and bruising.
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orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=a00150
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More severe ankle sprain injuries, including complete tears of the ligaments and fractures of the bone may need different treatment and rehab than a simple ankle sprain. It is important that you see your doctor before beginning treatment or if your symptoms do not steadily improve over time.
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orthopedics.about.com/cs/sprainsstrains/a/anklesprain_2...
orthopedics.about.com/cs/sprainsstrains/a/anklesprain_2.htm
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In addition to the ligament damage there may also be damage to tendons, bone and other joint tissues, which is why it is important to get a professional to diagnose your ankle sprain. If possible an X-ray should be used, as small fractures are not uncommon. ... Moderate to severe pain and difficulty walking.
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www.sportsinjuryclinic.net/cybertherapist/front/ankle/a...
www.sportsinjuryclinic.net/cybertherapist/front/ankle/anklesprain.htm
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ANKLE SPRAIN, GRADE 3 (Severe or 3rd Degree Ankle Sprain) ... DEFINITION--A severe injury to the ankle in which one or more ligaments are stretched and totally torn. A severe sprain may include a temporary or lasting dislocation. A two-ligament sprain causes more disability than a single-ligament sprain.
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www.mdadvice.com/library/sport/sport240.html
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A sprained ankle is one of the most common orthopedic injuries. Every day, about 25,000 people in the U.S. suffer an ankle sprain. Ankle sprains occur in ... A sprain results when the ligaments of the ankle have been stretched beyond their limits. In severe sprains, the ligaments may be partially or completely torn.
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www.emedicinehealth.com/ankle_sprain/article_em.htm
www.emedicinehealth.com/ankle_sprain/article_em.htm
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Anything that makes the ankle 'tip over' increases the chance of an ankle sprain - this can occur in sport (eg jumping and landing on someone's else's foot), walking on uneven surface, twisting motions etc. ... The sprained ankle is often classified as to how severe it is:
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www.epodiatry.com/ankle-sprain.htm
www.epodiatry.com/ankle-sprain.htm
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A Grade III (Third Degree) sprain is the most severe. This indicates that the ligament has been significantly damaged, and that instability has resulted. ... The risk factors for having an ankle sprain include, uneven ground, previous untreated ankle injuries, being overweight, or using poorly fitting or worn out shoes.
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www.arthroscopy.com/sp09005.htm
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A more serious sprain might include bruising and tenderness around the ankle, and walking is painful. In a severe ankle sprain, the ankle is unstable and may feel "wobbly." You can't walk, because the ankle gives out and may be very painful.
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www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/ankle-sprain-overview
www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/ankle-sprain-overview
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