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  1. Sprains - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    Oct 27, 2022 · A sprain is a stretching or tearing of ligaments — the tough bands of fibrous tissue that connect two bones together in your joints. The most common location for a sprain is in …

  2. Sprain - Wikipedia

    A sprain is a soft tissue injury of the ligaments within a joint, often caused by a sudden movement abruptly forcing the joint to exceed its functional range of motion.

  3. Sprains: Types, Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

    Sep 20, 2023 · What is a sprain? A sprain is an injury that happens when one of your ligaments is stretched or torn.

  4. Sprain (overview) - Harvard Health

    Dec 12, 2024 · What is a sprain? A sprain is an injury to ligaments, the tough bands of fibrous tissue that connect bones to one another at a joint. Normally, ligaments stabilize a joint, keep …

  5. What doctors wish patients knew about ankle sprains and strains

    6 days ago · The key for ankle sprain recovery is giving it time to heal. Recovery time for a sprained ankle does vary depending on the severity and can take anywhere from two weeks to …

  6. Sprains: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

    A sprain is an injury to the ligaments around a joint. Ligaments are strong, flexible fibers that hold bones together. When a ligament is stretched too far or tears, the area around the joint will …

  7. Sprain Guide: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

    Dec 12, 2024 · Sprain - an easy to understand guide covering causes, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment and prevention plus additional in depth medical information.

  8. Sprains and Strains Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments - UPMC

    Sprains and strains are frequent injuries, affecting millions of people each year. Symptoms may vary, with some people having persistent pain, while others may have sudden pain and …

  9. Quick Facts:Overview of Sprains - MSD Manual Consumer Version

    A sprain is mild, moderate, or severe based on whether your ligament is stretched, partly torn, or fully torn. A torn muscle or tendon isn't considered a sprain.

  10. Sprains: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Recovery

    Oct 4, 2024 · A sprain occurs when the ligaments, the tough bands of tissue connecting bones in a joint, are stretched or torn. This can result in pain, swelling, and limited movement in the …