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There are 3 other injuries that are commonly mistaken for a sprain or a sprain is mistaken for. So just to make sure of what the injury is you need to check for the following symptom. The first injury is a break. If sever discoloration and swelling appear in the afflicted area swiftly after injuring it and the pain is sever enough to affect your level or pitch you need to go to your local doctor's office or hospital because you almost certainly have a broken bone. The second injury is a bone bruise. If a throbbing welt with minimal discoloration appears within one - two hours you have a bone bruise. The final injury is a twist. If sever pain is felt in the area right after injuring it, but fades within a few moments you have a twist. If none of these symptoms quite matches what you're feeling check the following list.

If you have sever pain that does not fade within a few moments, slight swelling, slight discoloration, and the injury is located in and around a joint you probably have a sprain. Remember the opinion of a qualified health professional is suggested in any kind of injury diagnosis.

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The signs and symptoms of a sprained finger include:

Pain and tenderness at the affected joint

Pain when bending or stressing the finger

Swelling and restricted mobility of the finger

Instability of the finger in case of severe injury or complete ligamental rupture.

First aid typically consists of rest, ice (single ice cube rubbed on joint works well) and use of a commercial finger splint, tongue depresser, or taping of two fingers together to provide stability and support.

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Signs and symptoms of a sprained ankle include:

  • Pain, especially when you bear weight on the affected foot
  • Swelling and, sometimes, bruising
  • Restricted range of motion

Some people hear or feel a "pop" at the time of injury.

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There is usally soreness, and swelling.

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