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Ligament rupture

Ligament rupture

Bänderriss·Also: Bandruptur

A torn ligament is the partial or complete tearing of a ligament that connects bones at a joint. The ankle joint is frequently affected when you twist it; typical signs are swelling, pain and instability.

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