How to determine if an ankle is broken or just sprained?

Ankle Pain, FAQ     0

Question How to determine if an ankle is broken or just sprained? Answer The foot and ankle are complex parts of the body. Sometimes it is impossible to tell what the injury is without an X-ray or other tests, such as a bone scan or MRI (magnetic resonance image). Computed tomography (CT scan) is also helpful for seeing if there is serious damage to a bone. If there is pain, swelling, tenderness to touch, redness, decreased motion, and inability to put weight on the foot, then a visit to the doctor is necessary. When in doubt, you can use theRead more