Then ankle is commonly injured following a twisting mechanism and the symptoms are often varied depending on what direction the ankle twists and the degree of the trauma. Swelling and bruising are common with these injuries. An ankle sprain generally happens when playing sports but can also occur in everyday life from a simple trip or change of direction or awkward landing on one foot. There are three varying levels to an ankle sprain with grade 1 being a mild sprain, 2 being moderate and 3 being a full rupture of a certain ligament(s). It is important that the degree of injury is diagnosed as this determines the management. Pain normally dissipates after a few weeks however the greatest risk for an ankle sprain is a previous injury/sprain so a good rehabilitation plan is needed to avoid a future injury. It is recommended to consult a physiotherapist to help increase the chances of an optimal recovery. During your session the physiotherapist will evaluate your ankle stability and overall strength of the area and assess the surrounding joints (knee and the hip) to identify any compensations that can be addressed. This will be key to minimise the risks of re-injury and help the you return in an improved physical state compared to before the initial injury.