A: Joint sprains themselves are not directly hereditary, but certain factors that can contribute to a higher risk of joint sprains may have a genetic component. Here’s a closer look:
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Reference: Riann M. Palmieri-Smith, PhD, ATC, et al. Peroneal Activation Deficits in Persons with Functional Ankle Instability. In The American Journal of Sports Medicine. May 2009. Vol. 37. No. 5. Pp. 982-988.