What are the three types of sprains?

Are there different degrees of sprain?
  • Mild sprain: There is only a little stretching of the ligaments.
  • Moderate sprain: There is a combination of stretching and a little tearing of the ligament.
  • Severe sprain: There is a complete tear of the ligament.

What is a Type 2 sprain?

Type II ankle sprain is a moderate level of sprain. It occurs when some of the fibers of the ligaments are torn completely.

What is the most common type of sprain?

The most common type of sprain is an inversion injury, where the foot is rotated inward. Ankle sprains can range from mild, to moderate, and severe.

What is the difference between a 1st 2nd and 3rd degree sprain?

There is generally mild swelling and bruising associated with this. A grade 2 sprain is more severe than grade 1, but some ligament fibers are still intact. A grade 3 sprain is a complete tear of the ligament and is often associated with severe bruising, swelling, and sometimes a sensation of joint instability.

How long does a Grade 1 sprain take to heal?

Grade 1 sprains are light sprains that usually allow return to sport in 2-3 weeks. Grade 2 ankle sprains involve greater injury to the ligament and can take up 4-6 weeks to allow full return to sport. Grade 3 injuries are more severe in nature and often involve full tearing of the ligament and possible bone fracture.

How do I know if I have a Grade 1 or 2 ankle sprain?

Grade 1: Stretching or slight tearing of the ligament with mild tenderness, swelling and stiffness. The ankle feels stable and it is usually possible to walk with minimal pain. Grade 2: A more severe sprain, but incomplete tear with moderate pain, swelling and bruising.

Can a grade 3 sprain heal on its own?

Nearly all isolated low ankle sprains can be treated without surgery. Even a complete ligament tear (Grade 3) will heal without surgical repair if it is immobilized and rehabilitated appropriately.

How do I know what grade my sprain is?

What are the types of ankle sprains?
  1. Grade 1 (Mild). The ligament fibers stretched slightly or there is a very small tear. Your ankle will have minor swelling and tenderness to the touch.
  2. Grade 2 (Moderate). The ligament is torn, but it isn’t a complete tear. …
  3. Grade 3 (Severe). The ligament is torn completely.

What type of sprain takes the most time to heal?

A third degree sprain is a complete tear, which Sampsell says will take much longer to heal. This sprain will require some patience since you can expect anywhere from 3 to 6 months for recovery.

How long does a grade 2 sprained ankle stay swollen?

The amount of pain and swelling you experience will depend on the amount of stretching and tearing of the ligament. Instability occurs when there has been complete tearing of the ligament or a complete dislocation of the ankle joint. Swelling and pain typically last 2-3 days.

What is a Grade 2 ankle sprain?

A Grade 2 sprain results in partial tearing of the ligament or ligaments. This commonly leads to moderate swelling and bruising above and below the ankle joint.

What happens if a sprain is left untreated?

If they’re left untreated, sprains will often cause the ankle to become unstable, which can lead to chronic pain, swelling, instability and, ultimately, arthritis. Don’t delay treatment. Sprains should be immobilized quickly, with the ankle ligaments in a stable position.

How do you know if its a sprain or strain?

The difference between a sprain and a strain is that a sprain injures the bands of tissue that connect two bones together, while a strain involves an injury to a muscle or to the band of tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone.

Can I walk on a Grade 1 ankle sprain?

Grade 1 sprains cause little damage to the ligaments, and although the ankle will be tender for a few days, you can walk on it after a short period of rest.

Is it OK to walk on a sprained ankle?

While it is possible to walk on a sprained ankle, it isn’t recommended. Walking on a sprained ankle can delay the healing process and increase your risk for complications. Ankle pain, instability, and arthritis are common complications of a sprained ankle.

Does a Grade 1 sprain bruise?

Grade I sprain

A mild Grade 1 sprain occurs when an ankle joint ligament becomes overstretched and/or sustains minor, microscopic tears. Manageable pain, mild swelling, and slight joint stiffness are normal; bruising isn’t common.

Do you need crutches for a Grade 2 ankle sprain?

A grade 2 sprain includes the same basic tears only they are larger, causing lots of pain and swelling in the joint; these may require the use of crutches to keep weight off of the foot.

Should I wrap a sprained ankle?

Proper initial care of your sprained ankle is critical. A compression wrap helps decrease swelling. If swelling is kept to a minimum, it may help your ankle feel better. Applying a compression wrap is easy and can be done at home.