Ankle Sprains Brompton
Treatment for Ankle Sprains Brompton
How Do Ankle Sprains Occur?
- Did the ankle sprain happen while playing sports such as basketball, netball, football, or soccer?
- Did the injury occur after stepping awkwardly during walking or running?
- Did the ankle make a popping or cracking noise during the incident?
- Is your ankle feeling stiff or swollen, with discomfort when standing or walking?
SA Running Injury Clinic regularly assesses ankle sprain presentations involving the ligaments that stabilise the ankle joint. Ankle sprains can occur when the ankle moves beyond its normal range during activities such as running, walking, or landing from a jump.
As previously noted, ankle sprains are often caused by runners or walkers misjudging a step or landing on an uneven surface. In sports, it commonly results from changing direction or landing on another player's foot.
Ankle Sprains Treatment
Ankle sprains may occur when the foot rolls unexpectedly during walking, running, or sporting activities such as landing awkwardly or changing direction quickly.
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 approach to ankle sprain rehabilitation may include these progressive management stages:
Phase One:
- RICER principles may be used during the early stages of ankle sprain management to assist with swelling and recovery.
- Rest
- Ice
- Compression
- Elevation
Phase Two:
- Approaches focused on improving ankle mobility
- Massage
- A guided stretching exercise approach
Phase Three:
- Strengthen Muscle
- Strengthening exercises for the calf, ankle, and foot muscles
Phase Four:
- Management approaches addressing foot posture and biomechanics
- Foot posture and movement patterns, including excessive rolling inward or outward, may influence ankle loading and contribute to ankle-related symptoms.
Phase Five:
- Rehabilitation exercises designed to support movement, balance, and sport-specific function
- Sport-specific exercises based on individual movement requirements
Ankle Support and Management with the EXO-L Brace
Ankle sprains are a common injury presentation among runners and active individuals and may contribute to ongoing ankle instability or reduced activity participation for some people. At SA Running Injury Clinic, we may recommend the EXO-L ankle brace, a custom 3D-printed support designed to provide additional ankle support during movement and activity. The brace is intended to remain lightweight and supportive while allowing day-to-day mobility and participation in exercise or sport.
Foot and Ankle Support Designed for Everyday Activity
The EXO-L brace is customised using a 3D scanning and printing process to provide an individualised fit designed for use with a range of athletic footwear. Commonly used by runners, court-sport athletes, and active individuals, the lightweight brace is designed to support ankle stability during movement and activity participation. The EXO-L brace may also be claimable through eligible private health insurance podiatry orthotic cover. Rehabilitation approaches such as strengthening exercises, gait retraining, and footwear advice may also be incorporated to support return to activity where appropriate.
Supportive Management Options for Sprained Ankles
SA Running Injury Clinic provides assessment and management for ankle sprains in Adelaide for residents of surrounding areas including North Adelaide, Eastwood, Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, St Peters, Glenside, Parkside, Norwood, Burnside, Brompton, Thebarton, Mile End, Fullarton, Myrtle Bank, Glenunga and Highgate.
Appointments at SA Running Injury Clinic can be arranged online or by phone across our two clinics.