02/06/2026
Comparing with the contralateral side is always helpful.
In this case, the image is completely different: you can see an avulsion at the calcaneal insertion of the ligament, consistent with a complete tear of the calcaneofibular ligament.
A grade 3 injury.
This clip is part of the new Ankle Sprains course, available on 07/06 at mskfreak.com.