A fracture, usually in either side of the ankle, often including a total tear of one or more ankle ligaments. A temporary dis- location of the ankle joint may also occur.
Ankle sprains are among the most common injuries in sports.
Ligaments on either side of the ankle that support the ankle joint. Severe ankle pain immediately after injury. Popping or feeling of tearing in the outer or inner part of the ankle. Sometimes there will be a sensation that the ankle joint is dislocated or has popped back into joint. Severe tenderness at the injury site.