The ankle joint is one of the most commonly used joints in our body for sports and is also one of the most important weight-bearing joints. Because of this, sports injuries to the ankle are very common. Injury of ligament, in particular, is the most common of all ligament injuries. Moreover, it can occur in any kind and any form of ankle movement, but mainly originates from sprains (Twistofankle). Prevention of ankle sprains: In order to prevent ankle sprains, we need to strengthen the muscles around the ankle joint and improve the proprioceptive control of the ankle joint over the muscles involved. In other words, we need to work on two things: muscle strength (musclestrenhth) and proprioception (mainly balance). Strengthening the muscles improves joint stability and protects the ligaments when they are subjected to excessive pulling forces. For muscle strength training, we can use rubber band resistance exercises or repeated heel lifts as two easy and common methods to train the muscles around the ankle joint in four different directions (up, down, left and right, medically known as dorsiflexion, plantarflexion, pronation and abduction, respectively). Proprioception is the body’s unconscious response to joint movement. This is why a runner can maintain balance by shifting body weight and posture to ensure that he or she can run safely over rough terrain. Proprioceptive information includes the ability to detect the position, mobility, direction, and speed of a joint during movement. In addition, joints have highly sensitive proprioceptive feedback systems that correctly pick up stimulus signals generated by the joints during or prior to a noxious action during movement. Proprioception is primarily trained through instrumental exercises such as balance beams, balance boards, and inflatable mats. Of course, actually lifting the heel in place is also an easy way to train balance. Acute ankle sprain simple self-treatment: 1, in situ rest and appropriate braking: when the ankle joint after an acute sprain, you should immediately rest, reduce stepping on the ground and walking. To reduce further damage to the injured area. 2, pain, swelling area compression: minutes or hours after an acute sprain of the ankle joint, swelling around the injury site usually occurs. It is first caused by local bleeding. There can also be secondary edema of the tissues around the injury. Appropriate compression of the newly swollen or painful area with a hand or bandage can reduce the occurrence of further bleeding or secondary tissue edema. 3, cold compress or ice (cryotherapy): you can use cold water (such as tap water) or ice lollies and other lower temperature things for local cold compress. Of course, the best is to find some ice (such as from fast-food restaurants or stores, canteens, etc.), add the right amount of water, with double plastic bags wrapped into homemade ice packs. This is the best way to apply ice. Of course, after you have carried out simple self-help treatment yourself, you should go to a professional doctor as soon as possible to determine the specifics of the injury and receive further medical treatment (e.g., filming, casting, etc.).