Charleston Acupuncture

Lateral Ankle Sprain

 

 

 

 

    Lateral Ankle Sprain-this is very common trauma, especially to athletes. The sprain can vary in severity from grade I to III depending on how torn the ligaments of the outer ankle are. Symptoms include bruising, swelling, pain, and weakness of the ankle. Treatment efficacy will depend upon severity of the injury and proximity of the treatment to the accident.