A sprained ankle is common amongst athletes, but also commonly happens to non-athletes. It occurs when you participate in physical activities or sports, but can also happen by stepping on uneven surfaces or pavement. Ankle sprains occur when a foot twists or turns beyond its regular motions. This leads to the ligaments of the ankle to stretch beyond their usual range of motion. Sprains are classified as Grade 1 sprains, Grade 2 sprains, or Grade 3 sprains. Since athletes are most likely to have a sprain, the main treatment plan for a sprain is rest and non-activity. Depending on the severity of the sprain, a person might also have to go through a type of therapy for it. Sprains rarely require surgery, but in the case that they do, a surgeon would perform arthroscopy or reconstruction surgery.
What Happens During an Ankle Sprain
Football Player during Ankle Sprain
Citations:
- Sprained Ankle: "Sprained Ankle - Your Orthopaedic Connection - AAOS." AAOS - Your Orthopaedic Connection. Web. 28 Nov. 2011.
- Ankle Sprain: "Ankle Sprain Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention by EMedicineHealth.com." Web. 28 Nov. 2011.
- How to treat a Sprained Ankle: "How to Treat a Sprained Ankle." Djtphn1 on HubPages. Web. 28 Nov. 2011.
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