Which of the following is an effect of an ankle sprain? a. a decrease in the neural control to muscles that stabilize the patella b. decreased neural control to stabilizing muscles of the core of the ankle c. a decrease in the neural control to the gluteus medius and gluteus maximus muscles d. decreased neural control of the rotator cuff muscles

C. A decrease in the neural control to the gluteus medius and gluteus maximus muscles      

Explanation:

                 An ankle sprain is an injury that is caused by the twisting, rolling or turning the ankle in awkward manner. It can tear the ligaments of the bone muscles that helps to hold together the ankle bones.

                When we get an ankle sprain, the neural control of the gluteus medius as well as the gluteus maximus muscles decreases. Thereby limiting the control of the lower extremities during any functional activities.

Hence the correct option is (C).