Sprain Overview

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Definition

A sprain is an injury to the ligaments around a joint. Ligaments are strong, flexible fibers that hold bones together. When a ligament is stretched too far or tears, the joint will become painful and swell.


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Encyclopedia: Sprain

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A sprain is an injury which occurs to ligaments caused by a sudden overstretching . The ligament is usually only stretched, but if it is completely torn, a longer period of immobilization and surgical repair may be necessary. Although some signs and symptoms can be used to assess the severity of a sprain, the most definitive method is with the use of Magnetic Resonance Imaging . Sprains are graded in...

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sprain...........?
Last week, i was exercising and turned my ankle. It didn't bother me right away....

I have sprained both ankles x2 and the pain last me 2 - 3 weeks. Try to keep it elavated, ice it alternate with heat,but if you wrap it do...

Asked by May M - 17 months ago

What exercises should I do on an Ankle sprain?
I recently sprained my ankle (third degree, according to my doctor) I can walk on...

I'm sorry to hear about the injury. In this situation maybe you can get yourself a set of very light dumbells and work out your upper body while sitting down...

Asked by blahblah - 382 days ago


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