Sprained Ankle
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Patient presents with sore ankle after rolling it 
Describes pain and swelling around the ankle 
Patient presents with sore ankle after rolling it 
Describes pain and swelling around the ankle 
Able to weight bear 
On exam: 
Ankle exam: 
Swelling and pain over the ATFL 
No tenderness to palpation of the distal fibula, distal tibia or proximal 5th metatarsal 
Impression: 
Sprained ankle 
Plan: 
Advised patient of diagnosis 
Encouraged to mobilise 
Use simple analgesic such as Paracetamol and Ibuprofen 
Ice regularly for the first 48 hours 
Compression bandage as required 
Return here if pain worsening or any other concerns 
Keywords: Ankle sprain, sprained ankle, ATFL tear | 
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