Medically reviewed by Adam H. Kaplan, DPM Key Takeaways A sprain is a tear to one or more ligaments, while a fracture is a ...

While sprained ankles need time away from workouts to heal, strengthening the muscles around the ankle can help them recover and prevent further sprains. For minor or moderate sprains, most people can ...

The bad news is Heat guard Pelle Larsson is again dealing with a sprained ankle. The good news is Larsson believes this one ...

When kids are playing outside or competing on sports teams, injuries are a common occurrence. Ankle sprains in particular go hand-in-hand with the start of football and soccer seasons. Dr. Cindy ...

If you’ve recently hurt your ankle, you may be concerned that you have a sprained or broken ankle. Distinguishing between them can be difficult and an accurate diagnosis often requires an X-ray or ...

A sprained finger is when you either stretch or tear one of the ligaments in your finger. A ligament is a band of soft tissue. Most connect the outside surface of one bone to another bone. A sprain is ...

Dear Doctors: I twisted my ankle playing soccer, and the coach said it’s sprained. I got it taped and sat out for a few days. It felt better, so I asked to play, but he said no, it still needed time ...

A sprained finger occurs when the ligaments that connect and support the bones and joints of the finger are damaged. Symptoms can include pain, swelling, and a finger that is difficult to move. For ...

An unexpected misstep, an awkward landing, or a sudden twist – these seemingly innocuous incidents can often lead to a common injury: a sprained foot. Whether you're an athlete, a fitness enthusiast, ...

Signs and symptoms of a sprained ankle involve pain, tenderness, swelling and an inability to walk. Signs and symptoms of a sprained ankle depend on the degree of sprain and include the following: ...

Q: Who treats thumb sprain? A: An orthopedician treats thumb sprain, dislocations or fractures. The treatment will also require the services of a skilled physiotherapist. A: “Skier’s thumb” is a ...