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Updated: Dec 28 2021

Ankle Sprain

  • Snapshot
    • A 23-year-old man presents to the emergency department for ankle pain. He says that prior to symptom development, he was at soccer practice running exercise drills. He then rolled his ankle and subsequently developed severe pain. He says he was able to walk off the field with assistance, but walking exacerbated his pain. On physical exam, the ankle appears swollen. There is anterior displacement of the talus from the tibia. He has an antalgic gait and requires rest after walking 15 steps. He is advised to rest, ice, compress, and elevate the ankle for the next 2-3 days.
  • Complications
    • Prolonged pain
    • Ankle stiffness and instability
    • Recurrent ankle sprain
  • Prognosis
    • Usually excellent
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Orthopedics | Ankle Sprain
  • Orthopedics
  • - Ankle Sprain
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5/8/2023
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