Conditions

Ligament injuries

Ligaments help steady a joint. A twist can stretch or tear them and leave the joint swollen or unsteady.

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Overview

Describe how the injury happened and whether you can use the joint. Seek urgent assessment if you cannot bear weight, pain is severe or swelling is getting worse.

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