Sprained ankle
From DrKoop's partner site on diet and exercise, MyDietExercise.com
A sprain is caused by the twisting or bending of a joint into a position it was not designed to move. The ankle is the most commonly sprained joint. Some common symptoms of a sprain are pain around the joint, swelling, and bruising.
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