Ankle Sprains Mile End
Treatment for Ankle Sprains Mile End
What May Contribute to Ankle Sprains?
- Did the ankle sprain happen while playing sports such as basketball, netball, football, or soccer?
- Did your ankle roll after misjudging a step while walking or running?
- Was there a popping sensation or sound when the injury occurred?
- Is your ankle feeling stiff or swollen, with discomfort when standing or walking?
An ankle sprain is a common injury involving the ligaments that help support the ankle joint, which we see at SA Running Injury Clinic. 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.
Following an ankle sprain, some individuals may experience swelling, bruising, stiffness, and discomfort with walking or standing, with temporary support such as strapping, crutches, or a walking boot sometimes required. In more significant injuries, fractures may also need to be ruled out. Some people may continue to experience ankle instability, stiffness, or ongoing discomfort following an ankle sprain, including presentations associated with Sinus Tarsi Syndrome.
Our ankle sprain rehabilitation approach may involve the following stages of management:
Phase One:
- Early ankle sprain management may involve RICER-based approaches to support recovery and manage swelling.
- Rest
- Ice
- Compression
- Elevation
Phase Two:
- Support ankle mobility and range of motion
- Massage
- A structured stretching exercise program
Phase Three:
- Strengthen Muscle
- Exercise-based strengthening approaches for the calf, ankle, and foot region
Phase Four:
- Management approaches addressing foot posture and biomechanics
- Altered foot mechanics, such as excessive inward or outward rolling of the foot, may be associated with ankle sprains and Sinus Tarsi Syndrome presentations.
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
EXO-L Brace Support for Ankle Rehabilitation
For some runners and active individuals, ankle sprains may lead to ongoing ankle instability or difficulty returning to activity. The EXO-L ankle brace is a custom 3D-printed support designed to provide additional ankle support during movement while maintaining comfort and day-to-day mobility. At SA Running Injury Clinic, the brace may be considered as part of an ankle rehabilitation and support program.
Customisable Foot and Ankle Support Solutions
The EXO-L ankle brace is produced using a custom 3D scanning and printing process to provide an individualised fit compatible with many athletic shoes. Designed for active individuals and sporting participation, the brace aims to provide additional ankle support while allowing day-to-day movement. Eligible patients may be able to claim the brace through private health insurance podiatry orthotic cover. Rehabilitation programs may also involve strengthening exercises, movement retraining, and footwear advice where clinically appropriate.
Supportive Management Options for Sprained Ankles
Residents of nearby suburbs including North Adelaide, Eastwood, Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, St Peters, Glenside, Parkside, Norwood, Burnside, Brompton, Thebarton, Mile End, Fullarton, Myrtle Bank, Glenunga and Highgate can access sprained ankle treatment in Adelaide at SA Running Injury Clinic.
SA Running Injury Clinic offers online and phone bookings for appointments at our two clinic locations.