Which statement best differentiates an ankle sprain from a fracture based on clinical signs?

Which statement best differentiates an ankle sprain from a fracture based on clinical signs?

• A. Sprain: swelling and tenderness around ligaments; possible weight bearing; Fracture: deformity, crepitus, severe localized tenderness; imaging needed.
• B. Sprain always deformity.
• C. Sprain causes crepitus.
• D. Imaging unnecessary for both.

Answer: (A)