As you step out, you trip and land awkwardly. You think you’ve twisted your ankle. Or is a sprain? What’s the difference ...

A mild ankle sprain usually heals in one to three weeks with proper care. Severe ankle sprains may need months of rehabilitation and could require surgery. Following a proper treatment plan helps ...

A sprained ankle occurs when a person stretches or tears the ligaments in the ankle. An ankle fracture occurs when someone breaks one or more of the bones in their ankle. A sprained ankle may cause ...

Using the RICE method to treat a sprained ankle at home can help you recover faster. Proper footwear and warm-up exercises can help prevent ankle sprains. Severe sprains may need a brace or cast for ...