An ankle ligament tear, commonly referred to as a sprained ankle, is a more severe version of an ankle sprain. This happens when the ligaments attaching to the bones are overstretched or overexerted, resulting in a tear of the ligaments. These tears are often known as soft tissue injury. The severity of the tear can vary, ranging from a small tear to a full rupture, extreme cases equate to a longer recovery time and persistent, intense pain. These types of ankle sprains usually occur in sudden collisions, such as car crashes, an abrupt fall, or in high contact sports. Ligament tears are frequently coupled with injuries like ankle fractures and dislocations. The CalcaneoFibular Ligament (CFL), Anterior TaloFibular Ligament (ATFL), and the large Deltoid ligament complex are the most common ligaments torn in the ankle. They are of great importance to the overall stability and condition of the joint; symptoms will vary depending on the severity of the injury.