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A small misstep is all it takes to give yourself a sprained ankle all of a sudden. A sprained ankle is one of the most common ailments to the musculoskeletal system and can happen to people of any age, including couch potatoes as well as athletes.
Pain, swelling, and trouble walking are all symptoms of the injury, which happens when one or more of the ankle's ligaments are ripped or stretched beyond their normal range of motion. A lot of people choose to suffer through their ankle injuries rather than seek medical assistance for them. However, if a sprained ankle produces more than just mild pain and edema, it is imperative to contact a doctor as soon as possible.
An ankle that has been severely injured may not heal properly and may lose some of its range of motion and stability if the injury is not treated and rehabilitated properly. This may lead to additional sprains and more time lost from play in the future.