A sprained ankle is one of the easiest and most commonly occurring injuries to get. An ankle injury is defined by the kind of tissue that is damaged.
(1)Who is Most Likely to get a Sprained Ankle?
Half of all ankle sprains occur during athletic activity. If you or your child participate in sports or high levels of exercise, it is much more likely that you will get a sprained ankle. Men between 15 years old and 24 years old have higher rates of ankle sprains compared to women in that age group. Although, women older than the age of 30 have higher rates than men of spraining their ankle.
(2)The Most Common Causes of a Sprained Ankle:
A fall that causes you to twist your ankle
Walking or exercising on an uneven surface
Another person stepping or landing on your foot during a sports activity
Landing awkwardly on your foot after jumping or pivoting
(3)Risk Factors of a Twisted Ankle:
Uneven Surfaces
Walking or running on uneven surfaces or poor field conditions may increase the risk of an ankle sprain.
Sports Participation
Ankle sprains are a common sports injury, particularly in sports that require jumping, cutting action, or rolling or twisting of the foot such as basketball, tennis, football, soccer, and trail running.
A Previous Ankle Injury
Once you’ve sprained your ankle or had another type of ankle injury, you’re more likely to sprain it again.
Poor Physical Condition
Poor strength or flexibility in the ankles may increase the risk of a sprain when participating in sports.
