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Sprain
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a painful injury resulting in the sudden twist of a bone or joint, particularly one's wrist or ankles
What is a "sprain"?
A sprain is an injury to a ligament, which is the tissue that connects bones to each other in joints. It typically happens when a joint is forced beyond its normal range of motion, causing the ligament to stretch or tear. Sprains commonly occur in the ankles, wrists, or knees and can result in pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the injured joint. Depending on the seriousness, sprains may require rest, ice, compression, and elevation or medical attention such as physical therapy to fully recover.
Example
The athlete sprained his ankle during the game, so the coach quickly bound it with a compression bandage.
He sprained his ankle during the game, and it took a few days for the swelling to go down.
The nurse taped the athlete's sprained ankle to provide support during the game.
He wrapped a bandage tightly around his sprained ankle to check the swelling.
After spraining her ankle, it started to swell, indicating inflammation.
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