Sprain or Fracture: How to Tell the Difference?
When you get an injury on the foot, initially it may be difficult to figure out if it is a sprain or fracture. A
sprain is actually the damage of the ligaments of the foot. On the other hand, fracture happens...
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Sprain or Fracture: How to Tell the Difference?
When you get an injury on the foot, initially it may be difficult to figure out if it is a sprain or fracture. A
sprain is actually the damage of the ligaments of the foot. On the other hand, fracture happens when
there is a break in any one or more of the 26 bones in the foot.
It is important to know the difference between sprains or a fracture as a totally different treatment
protocol is used in both of these. If a person fails to receive proper medical intervention in time, then
the patient may have to face long-term foot problems. This situation may result in limited functional
abilities, especially for a sportsperson whose body is placed under heavy stress in the course of different
activities.
The following signs can help you to differentiate between a sprained or a broken foot:
Did a sound occur at the time of the accident or injury? A sound of ‘tearing’ or ‘popping’ may signal
a sprain whereas a ‘cracking’ sound may indicate a f
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