What are high ankle sprains?
Also called syndesmosis sprains, high ankle sprains differ from normal ankle sprains. In a normal ankle sprain the ligaments that wrap around the ankle are torn or stretched. In a high ankle sprain the ligament above the ankle is torn or stretched. Only 10% of ankle sprains are high ankle sprains. Football training secrets from the pros. Make your game better and make your opponents silly. What causes high ankle sprains? High ankle sprains are caused by the foot twisting outward, as opposed to a normal ankle sprain, which is caused by the foot twisting inwards. High ankle sprains are more common in soccer, basketball and football. What are the symptoms of a high ankle sprain? • More pain than associated with a normal sprain • Minimal swelling • Limited mobility when extended foot outward • Bruising • Inability to walk or put weight on the leg How do you treat high ankle sprains treatment? Rest, ice, compression and elevation should be used to treat a high ankle sprain. The ankle should
