Sprained ankle
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A 30-year-old man comes to the office for evaluation of left ankle pain. He was playing soccer when he accidentally rolled his ankle. Since then, he has developed severe left ankle pain and swelling. Past medical history is noncontributory. The patient does not use tobacco, alcohol, or illicit drugs. Vitals are within normal limits. Physical examination shows an area of ecchymosis and point tenderness over the anterolateral aspect of the left ankle joint. Exacerbation of pain is noted with forced ankle inversion. The remainder of the examination is unremarkable. Which of the following is the most likely etiology of this patient’s condition?
Summary
A sprained ankle is a common medical condition where one or more of the ligaments of the ankle is torn. Ankle sprains occur usually through excessive stress on the ligaments of the ankle. This can be caused by excessive external rotation, inversion, or eversion of the foot caused by an external force.
Symptoms of a sprained ankle can include pain, swelling, and bruising around the ankle, as well as difficulty walking or putting weight on the affected foot. The severity of the sprain can range from mild to severe, depending on the extent of ligament damage. Treatment for a sprained ankle typically involves rest, pain medications, braces, or surgery for severely torn ligaments.