Sprained vs. Broken Ankle: How to Tell the Difference and When to Get an X-Ray

Icing and elevating a swollen ankle at home with RICE Sprained vs. broken ankle: the honest answer is you often can’t tell them apart at home. Both a bad sprain and a fracture cause sharp pain, fast swelling, bruising, and trouble putting weight on the foot. The one reliable way to know the difference is […]
