Symptoms may include: A second-degree sprain results in more damage to the ligament, such as a partial tear. Symptoms may include: A third-degree sprain is the most severe sprain resulting in the ...

Sprains are categorized in first, second and third degree injuries. With first degree, the ligament is stretched, but does not result in joint instability or excess motion. A second degree sprain ...

With a second-degree sprain, the ligament is stretched but still functions. With a third-degree sprain, the ligament is torn and does not function. Once considered to be a career-ending injury for ...