The Ottawa ankle rules are a set of guidelines used by healthcare professionals to determine if an ankle injury requires an X-ray. These rules were developed to reduce the number of unnecessary X-rays taken, as most ankle injuries are not fractures. If you have an ankle injury and meet any of these criteria, you should see a doctor to get an X-ray. This is for informational purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional. #AnkleInjury #AnklePain #AnkleSprain #AnkleFracture #FootInjury #LowerExtremityInjury #OrthopedicInjury #SportsInjury #InjuryRecovery #PhysicalTherapy