MUSCLE PHYSIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Most ankle sprains involve injuries to the three ligaments on the outside of your ankle. Ligaments are tough bands of tissue that stabilize joints and help prevent excessive movement.

Detailed explanation-2: -The ankle area has three sections-lateral, medial, and high. All three areas of the ankle are prone to painful sprains. Lateral ankle sprains-the most common type-injure the ligaments that prevent your foot from rolling inward toward the arch.

Detailed explanation-3: -With most sprains, you feel pain right away at the site of the tear. Often the ankle starts to swell immediately and may bruise. The ankle area is usually tender to touch, and it hurts to move it. In more severe sprains, you may hear and/or feel something tear, along with a pop or snap.

Detailed explanation-4: -A sprain is an injury that involves tearing of the ligaments or joint capsule or both. Common sites for sprains include the thumb, ankle and knee.