Sprains

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Early treatment of injury Ankle sprain - series

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Sprains

• Wear protective footwear for activities that place stress on your ankle and other joints.
• Make sure that shoes fit your feet properly.
• Avoid high-heeled shoes.
• Always warm-up and stretch prior to exercise and sports.
• Avoid sports and activities for which you are not conditioned.

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American Academy for Orthopedic Surgeons. Foot sprains. Available at: http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/fact/thr_report.cfm?Thread_ID=152&topcategory= Foot.

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