Does spraining your ankle make it weaker?

Each sprain can weaken the structure of the ankle, causing chronic instability.

Does a sprain cause discoloration?

The most common symptoms of an ankle sprain include swelling, pain, bruising, stiffness, or tenderness on the ankle joint. Also, you may have trouble placing weight on the ankle or notice skin discoloration.

Is bruising common with a sprained ankle?

A sprained ligament can cause swelling, pain and sometimes bruising around the ankle joint. It is common for the bruising to ‘track’ down to the sole of the foot and toes. Movement of the ankle is painful and often people have difficulty in walking properly. What can you do to help an ankle sprain?

Why is my ankle still swollen after 3 months?

But swelling that persists for more than three months may be a sign of trouble. The lining of the capsule surrounding a joint is called the synovium, and anything inside the joint that irritates the synovium will cause it to secrete fluid. Swelling inside of a joint is often a sign that something is causing irritation.

What to do if I keep spraining my ankle?

Icing the injury, applying compression with an elastic bandage, and elevating the ankle above your heart is especially important in the first couple of days after a sprain to help control swelling. Continue resting the ankle and avoid any stressful activities for a couple of weeks until things start to improve.

What does a grade two ankle sprain look like?

Grade 2: A more severe sprain, but incomplete tear with moderate pain, swelling and bruising. Although it feels somewhat stable, the damaged areas are tender to the touch and walking is painful.

What does a Grade 1 sprain look like?

A Grade 1 sprain is one where the ligaments have not torn, only stretched further than normal. Symptoms of a first-degree sprain include discomfort when jumping, jogging or sometimes walking. Pain is usually mild and swelling is minimal. The joint may be a little stiff and slightly less stable than normal.

Why is my ankle still swollen after 4 months?

Swelling. It’s normal for a sprained ankle to swell, sometimes for four to six weeks, or longer. But swelling that persists for more than three months may be a sign of trouble.