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Many Americans have suffered through an ankle break or sprain, but new research suggests these injuries might have a larger effect on health.
The study, based on a survey of thousands of adults, found that people with injured ankles tend to have higher rates of disability and arthritis, heart or respiratory issues going forward.
The study can't prove cause-and-effect, but it points to the importance of proper rehabilitation after such injuries, the researchers said.
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