Health Tip: Recognizing Ankle Sprain

(HealthDay News) -- A lone misstep can cause pain in your ankle, but how can you tell if it's a sprain?

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons explains these signs of a sprained ankle:

• Pain and swelling.
• Bruising.
• Tenderness to the touch.
• Unstable feeling while walking or standing.