Clinical assessments are valid to grade ligament injury severity compared to ultrasound imaging in patients with acute lateral ankle sprains: a cross-sectional study

Key Points

• Clinical assessments effectively grade ligament injury severity, aligning with ultrasound imaging.
• The study observes that both methods provide consistent evaluations for acute lateral ankle sprains.
• Cross-sectional analysis of patients demonstrates the reliability of physical examinations compared to ultrasound findings.
• These findings highlight the importance of clinical assessments in diagnosing ankle injuries, offering a practical alternative.