The ankle joint is formed by three bones, the tibia, fibula, and talus. The bones are held together by several strong ligaments, which provide stability to the ankle joint. Ankle sprains are occur when ligaments are stretched or torn. The ankle sprain is the most common athletic injury. Nearly 85% of ankle sprains occur laterally, or on the outside of ankle joints. Sprains on the inside ligaments are less common. Many sprains occur when participating in …showed first 75 words of 985 total…

…showed last 75 words of 985 total…people trip over things that they can't see. These are the best ways to prevent yourself from an ankle injury. Ankle sprains aren't taken as seriously as they should be. From what I have told you already, you realize that they need to be taken care of. Also you know how to prevent ankle injuries. So be careful, watch what you do with your ankles, and if your ankle gets hurt, take care of it. .