Of the varying ankle sprains that can occur, which one has an etiology of increased external rotation or forced dorsiflexion?
A) Grade 1 ligament sprain
B) Grade 2 ligament sprain
C) Grade 3 ligament sprain
D) Eversion ankle sprain
E) Syndesmosis (high ankle) sprain

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Syndesmosis (high ankle) sprain is caused by increased external rotation or forced dorsiflexion. This type of sprain affects the ligaments above the ankle that hold the tibia and fibula together, different from the more common lateral ankle sprains.

Of the Varying Ankle Sprains That Can Occur, Which One