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Ankle sprain
An injury that occurs when the ankle rolls, twists, or turns in an awkward way.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Baby 0-2 | Rare | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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How can I prevent ankle sprains?
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What sort of problem is an ankle sprain?
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Do you need surgery for a high ankle sprain?
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I can't walk on my ankle sprain Is that bad?
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How can I get treatment for my ankle sprain?
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What can happen to an untreated ankle sprain?
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What is the best way to treat an ankle sprain?
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How do integrative doctors treat ankle sprain?
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With an ankle sprain, can bruising come and go?
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After one ankle sprain, is it easy to get more?
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How long does swelling last after ankle sprain?
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What exercises should I do with an ankle sprain?
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What is a good way to deal with an ankle sprain?
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What to do for ankle sprain and turned out ankle?
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How can I tell if I have an ankle sprain or break?
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What can be done for swelling from an ankle sprain?
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I've had an ankle sprain for many days. What to do?
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What is the best way to heal an ankle sprain at home?
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How long does the swelling last from an ankle sprain?
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How long does each grade of ankle sprain take to heal?
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