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Ankle sprain

An ankle sprain occurs when ligaments that connect the bones in the foot, ankle, and lower leg are stretched or torn. This picture shows a normal ankle. The ligaments shown in the picture are those that are most commonly sprained.

Primary Medical Reviewer William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine
Last Updated January 11, 2008

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Last Updated: January 11, 2008
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