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Types Of Ankle Sprains

Health Encyclopedia: Ankle Pain

Definition
Ankle pain involves any discomfort in one or both ankles.
Alternative Names

Pain - ankle

Considerations

Ankle pain is often due to an ankle sprain. A sprain is an injury toligaments, whichconnect bones to one another. In most cases of ankle sprain, the ankle is twisted inward, causing tiny tears in the ligaments. This makes the ankle somewhat unstable. The tearing leads to swelling and bruising, making it difficult to bear weight on the joint.

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