Eli5 Whats the difference between a twisted, sprained, fractured and broken ankle?
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Twisted isn’t a medical term. It can be a strain, sprain or minor break.
Strain: Overly stretched muscle, here the calf. Usually simple to heal. Can also be tendon which is more serious but also usually a RICE injury. Rest, treat inflammation.
Sprain: Stretched or torn ligament. Come in grades ranging from 1 (RICE) to 3 (complete tear, surgery).
Fracture: The medical term for broken bone. Comes in a wide variety, always serious because it won’t heal effectively if used.
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