What is a Sprain?
Sprains are injuries to the tough ropelike fibers (ligaments) that connect bone to bone. If you have a severe sprain, your symptoms may not feel that much different from those you would have with a broken bone. Sprains are graded by degree of severity. A first-degree sprain stretches the ligaments but does not tear them. Signs and symptoms: 1. Mild to moderate swelling. 2. A stable joint that does not feel loose, sloppy or wobbly. 3. Normal movement with minimal pain. A second-degree sprain creates partially tears in the ligaments. Signs and symptoms 1. A pop or snap may or heard at the time of the injury. 2. Moderate to severe pain. 3. Restricted movement and swelling. 4. Immediate bruising 5. Mild to moderate instability. 6. Joint does not function normally. A third-degree sprain completely tears the ligaments Signs and symptoms: 1. A pop or snap felt or heard at the time of the injury. 2. Mild to severe pain (pain is sometimes less in a complete tear than in a partial tear). 3. Seve
