In general, ankle sprains are less painful. Surprisingly, they’re also one of the most common sports injuries. Because of the numerous tendons, ligaments and muscles in the ankles, a sprain may tend to heal slowly. Treating an ankle sprain at home is easy, usually requiring no more than an ice pack and compression. However, should a sprain occur higher up in the ankle, you should seek medical attention to be sure that you don’t have a fractured ankle. A broken ankle generally cannot bear any weight, and typically manifests as deep bruising to the affected area. Attempting to walk on a broken ankle is not advised and may complicate the injury. If you think your ankle is broken, get in touch with Kansas City Foot Specialists today for treatment.
