Ligaments are tough bands of tissue that wrap around your ankle and other joints, lending support and stability. They have a little bit of give, but only a little. If stretched beyond their usual ...

When kids are playing outside or competing on sports teams, injuries are a common occurrence. Ankle sprains in particular go hand-in-hand with the start of football and soccer seasons. Dr. Cindy ...

A correctly wrapped sprained ankle should feel secure but comfortable. It should allow some movement but not cause pain, tingling, or numbness. A sprained ankle is a common musculoskeletal injury. It ...

Inside, youll find dozens of bandage sizes, gauze pads, adhesive tape, antiseptic wipes, gloves, scissors, tweezers, a cold pack, and even a safety whistle. The variety makes it more versatile than ...

It's all too easy to do. You trip over a tree root, stumble on a kerb or just land awkwardly, and suddenly your ankle is screaming at you. Ankle sprains are a real nuisance for runners — and you don't ...

Your ankles have multiple ligaments holding the foot together and helping your joints work properly. When these ligaments are injured, that injury can cause a sprain. High ankle sprains are a rare ...

Elbows are made up of groups of muscles, bones, ligaments, and tendons. The ligaments in your elbows keep your elbow joints stable and allow your elbow to move properly. When you sprain your elbow, ...

Medically reviewed by Danielle McNeil, D.P.M You can tell if you have a sprained toe (also known as turf toe) because it will be painful around the main joint in your toe. This joint is surrounded and ...