Ankle Sprains Prospect
Treatment for Ankle Sprains near Prospect
What May Contribute to Ankle Sprains?
- Was your ankle injured during sport after landing awkwardly on another player’s foot?
- Did your ankle roll while walking or running after an awkward step?
- Did you hear or feel a pop around the ankle when it happened?
- Do you have ankle swelling, stiffness, or discomfort when putting weight through the foot?
An ankle sprain is a common injury involving the ligaments that help support the ankle joint. These injuries may occur during activities such as walking, running, jumping, or sport when the ankle rolls or twists unexpectedly.
Typically, as stated above, ankle sprains occur when a runner or walker misjudges a step or lands on an uneven surface. In sports, it happens due to sudden direction changes or landing on another competitor’s foot.
Ankle Sprains Treatment
These injuries are often associated with walking or running on uneven ground, awkward stepping movements, or sporting activities involving rapid direction changes and jumping.
Early symptoms after an ankle sprain may include pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty weight bearing, with some individuals requiring temporary support such as crutches, strapping, or a walking boot. In some cases, medical imaging may be required to assess for fractures. Ongoing ankle instability, stiffness, or persistent discomfort may also occur in some individuals following an ankle sprain, including conditions such as Sinus Tarsi Syndrome.
Rehabilitation for ankle sprains may involve the following phases of care and activity progression:
Phase One:
- Initial care may include strategies aimed at managing swelling and supporting early recovery through RICER.
- Rest
- Ice
- Compression
- Elevation
Phase Two:
- Support ankle mobility and range of motion
- Massage
- A guided stretching exercise approach
Phase Three:
- Strengthen Muscle
- Targeted strengthening exercises for the lower leg and foot
Phase Four:
- Evaluation of foot posture and movement patterns
- Certain foot movement patterns, including outward or inward rolling of the foot, may contribute to ankle sprain presentations and conditions such as Sinus Tarsi Syndrome.
Phase Five:
- Exercise-based rehabilitation aimed at supporting balance, coordination, and sport-specific movement
- Rehabilitation exercises tailored to the demands of your sport or activity
Ankle Rehabilitation Options Including the EXO-L Brace
Ankle sprains are a frequently seen injury in active individuals and may contribute to ongoing ankle instability or recurring ankle concerns for some people. At SA Running Injury Clinic, the EXO-L ankle brace may be recommended as a custom 3D-printed support option designed to provide additional ankle support during movement and sporting activities. The brace is intended to support ankle function while allowing everyday movement and activity participation.
Supportive Foot and Ankle Management Options
Using 3D scanning and printing technology, the EXO-L brace is designed to provide a customised fit suited to individual foot and ankle anatomy. Its lightweight design is commonly used by active individuals, including runners and court-sport athletes, to provide additional ankle support during movement. In eligible cases, the brace may be claimable through private health insurance under podiatry orthotic cover. Management plans may also include strengthening exercises, footwear recommendations, and gait assessment to support rehabilitation and activity participation.
Supportive Management Options for Sprained Ankles
SA Running Injury Clinic offers ankle sprain care for people living in Prospect and surrounding locations such as Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, Mile End and Highgate.
SA Running Injury Clinic offers online and phone bookings for appointments at our two clinic locations.
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700