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Education | Health Library | Injury Prevention

Ankle Sprains: The Basics

February 7, 2021November 21, 2021

Ankle sprains are one of the most common sport injuries and account for the majority of ankle injuries.8 They can be caused by: walking or exercising on an uneven surface, falling, landing on your ankle, rolling or twisting your foot, or getting stepped on causing the foot to twist or roll.

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