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Is it possible to sprain the instep of your foot?
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Yes: A "sprain" is where you tear a ligament. There are many ligmants i the instep of your foot, short/long plantar ligament, spring ligament and lis franc ligaments to name a few.
Answered 11/26/2018
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Yes: There are multiple possible causes of pain in that region ranging from plantar fasciitis to a pinched nerve to a sprain. See a sports med doc for diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 4/1/2017
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