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What is a second-grade ankle sprain?
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Partial tear: Sprains are graded one, two, or three. Grade one is a stretching of the ligament essentially with retained stability. Grade two is a partial tear of the ligament with some loss of support allowing the joint to open up to a degree but with a distinct end point. Grade three is a complete tear of the ligament with loss of stability.
Answered 12/16/2013
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3 grades: 1=mild, , no ligament disruption. 2=some disruption but not complete ; needs orthopedic care, cast or boot. 3= bad, , complete disruption, may need surgical attention.
Answered 12/15/2013
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