Ankle Sprain and Instability
Welcome to DPT Sport's patient resource about ankle sprain and instability.
An ankle sprain is a common injury and usually results when the ankle is twisted, or turned in (inverted). The term sprain signifies injury to the soft tissues, usually the ligaments, of the ankle.
This guide will help you understand:
how an ankle sprain occurs
how the condition is diagnosed
what can be done to treat a sprain
ANATOMY
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