VIDEO: The Science of the Sprain: The Aftermath of Ankle Injuries

For years, ankle sprains have been thought of as a painful annoyance, something you can recover from quickly with proper treatment. But new research at UNC Charlotte is calling into question the long term effects of the injury. Tricia Hubbard-Turner, an associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology and UNC Charlotte Athletic Training Coordinator, outlines the details of her new study.