Sprained ankle

Sprained ankle
Other namesTwisted ankle, rolled ankle, turned ankle
Lateral view of the human ankle
SpecialtyOrthopedics, sports medicine, Physical medicine and rehabilitation, Family medicine
SymptomsSwelling, bruising, pain
Diagnostic methodPhysical examination
Differential diagnosisMaisonneuve fracture, high ankle sprain
TreatmentPhysical medicine and rehabilitation

A sprained ankle (twisted ankle, rolled ankle, turned ankle, etc.) is an injury where sprain occurs on one or more ligaments of the ankle. It is the most commonly occurring injury in sports, mainly in ball sports such as basketball, volleyball, football, pickleball, and tennis.[1]

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