Medically reviewed by Oluseun Olufade, MD A sprained ankle occurs when the ankle's ligaments—the tissues that connect the body's bones and stabilize your joints—become overly stretched or twisted and ...

An ankle sprain occurs when one or both ligaments are stretched or torn. The initial treatment for a sprain follows the “RICE” method: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation and includes immobilizing ...

For Grade 1 sprains, light stretching can be helpful ... With proper rest and treatment, your ankle can recover. Treatments include the RICE method, immobilization devices, and physical therapy.