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    sprain
    /spreɪn/

    verb

    • 1. wrench or twist the ligaments of (an ankle, wrist, or other joint) violently so as to cause pain and swelling but not dislocation: "he left in a wheelchair after spraining an ankle"

    noun

    • 1. the result of spraining a joint: "a compress for treating sprains and bruises"

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  2. Jun 26, 2024 · The most common type of ankle sprain is the inversion ankle sprain. It occurs when the foot rolls inward and twists upward at the same time - damaging the ligaments on the outside of the ankle. Symptoms of an inversion sprain include pain on the outside of the ankle, swelling, bruising, and tenderness, leading to instability in the ...

  3. Jun 12, 2024 · When ligaments are stretched or torn beyond their normal range of motion, it is called a sprain. Ligaments are tough, fibrous bands of tissue that connect bones at joints, providing stability. Sprains commonly occur around the ankle, wrist, knee and thumb. Strains: When a muscle or tendon is overstretched or torn, it is considered a strain.

  4. Jun 21, 2024 · A sprain is when the ligament stretches or tears. The ligament is the tough tissue that connects bones together. Sprains can be mild, severe or somewhere in between, depending on the damage from injury. Here are the symptoms of a sprain: Pain. Swelling. Bruising. Difficulty moving a joint or weight bearing. 2. What exactly is a broken bone?

  5. Jun 26, 2024 · Compression. Elevation. For decades, RICE has been the gold standard for minor sprains and strains. But does this method work? This article will look at the RICE process, the pros and cons of this method, and what else you can do for mild soft-tissue injuries. How to Treat a Sports Injury with R.I.C.E. Technique. Process.

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  6. Jun 20, 2024 · Sprain: an injury to a ligament, which connects bones at joints. It occurs when a joint is forced beyond its normal range of motion, causing the ligament to stretch or tear. Sprains commonly affect joints like the ankle, knee, or wrist and are characterised by symptoms such as pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty moving the joint.

  7. Jun 20, 2024 · A joint subluxation is when the joint becomes partially dislocated. It can be caused by an injury, repetitive motion, or certain medical conditions. Joint subluxation may cause pain and a sensation of joint instability. It is common in joints such as the spine, shoulder, kneecap, and elbow.

  8. Jun 17, 2024 · A sprained ankle — an injury to connective ligaments around the joint — is the most common injury among athletes. [ 1] But, it can affect anyone, athlete or not. Nearly 80 percent of all...