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What is an ankle sprain and how is it treated?

April 26, 2017ankle sprain treated

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What is an ankle sprain and how is it treated?

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A sprained ankle is an injury to an ankle ligament. Ankle sprains are graded on a scale from 1 to 3, with Grade 3 being the most severe—a complete tear of the ligaments that stabilize the ankle joint. A Grade 3 ankle sprain can be more painful and take longer to heal than an ankle fracture. Treatment often involves putting the ankle in a cast to protect it while it heals.