Boots for Sprained / Broken Ankle

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BraceAbility offers a number of walking boots for sprained or fractured ankle care since both are relatively common injuries. You can find these sprained/broken ankle boots in numerous styles and heights, as the location, severity, and stability of one’s injury will dictate treatment and medical ankle boot selection. Causes and Symptoms of Ankle Sprains and Fractures Generally speaking, both ankle sprains and fractures occur when an ankle is forced out of its normal position, which can overstretch or tear its supporting ligaments and/or break one or several of the bones that make up the ankle. This might occur if the ankle is twisted, rotated or rolled, or if the ankle is subject to trauma, as might be the case in a car accident. Whether it is a break or sprain, the symptoms typically consist of pain (especially with weight bearing… if bearing weight is even possible), swelling, the bruising and limited range of motion. If a break shifts the ankle joint out of position, a visible deformity may be evident. An audible pop may be heard if the ankle is sprained. Treating a Sprained Ankle with a Walking Boot How does a sprained ankle occur? This type of injury, which is one of the most common orthopedic injuries worldwide, happens when the ankle is suddenly tweaked or twisted sideways. Ankle sprains commonly occur during sporting events and frequently happen to people who play sports (such as volleyball, basketball, and similar sports) where a lot of jumping, running, or pivoting is done. Ankle sprains, though, can also happen to people who engage in more routine and everyday tasks. Ankle sprains are classified into three grades depending on how severe the injury is: Grade I, Grade II, and Grade III. Grade I Grade I sprains only involve stretching of the ligament, without any tears, and the patient experiences symptoms that include swelling and pain. Most grade 1 sprain patients, however, are able to walk on their own without the help of a walking boot for a broken ankle