human
I'm a little confused by the difference between a sprained ankle and a broken ankle. Can you explain?
assistant
A sprained ankle is an injury to the ligaments that connect the bones in your foot to each other, or to the bone in your lower leg. This can cause pain, swelling, and difficulty walking. A broken ankle is when one of these ligaments has torn completely, which causes severe pain and can make it difficult to walk. If you have a sprained ankle, you should see a doctor for treatment and advice.