Ankle Sprains Burnside
Reasons for an Ankle Sprain
- Did you misjudge a step and twist your ankle while walking or running?
- Did you land on someone else's foot while playing basketball, netball, football, or soccer?
- Was there a popping or cracking sound?
- Is the ankle all stiff now from all the swelling and bruising and there is discomfort when you stand or walk?
Ankle sprains are a frequent occurrence at SA Running Injury Clinic .. we treat them regularly.
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.
At first, walking or standing may be difficult, and you might need strapping, crutches, or a walking boot. In severe cases, there could be a fracture. Unfortunately, spraining your ankle once increases the likelihood of respraining by 40 – 70%. You might also experience ongoing ankle pain and stiffness, known as Sinus Tarsi Syndrome.
We have a 5 Phase Rehabilitation Program:
Phase One:
- Reduce Pain and Control Swelling. This is done via RICER
- Rest
- Ice
- Compression
- Elevation
Phase Two:
- Restore Range of Motion
- Massage
- Stretching regime of exercises
Phase Three:
- Regain Muscle Strength
- Strengthening regime of Calf, Ankle, and Foot
Phase Four:
- Correct Foot Posture
- Ankle sprains can be caused by a foot that ‘rolls out’. The Sinus Tarsi Syndrome Condition can be caused by a foot that ‘rolls in’
Phase Five:
- Restore Agility, Speed, Power and Proprioception
- Exercises to restore your sports specific movements
Manage your Ankle Sprain at SA Running Injury Clinic
We provide care for patients from North Adelaide, Eastwood, Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, St Peters, Brompton, Norwood, Thebarton, Mile End, Parkside, Glenside, Fullarton, Frewville, Highgate, Myrtle Bank, Glenunga, and surrounding areas. To schedule an appointment at SA Running Injury Clinic, contact us online or via phone. Remember, we operate two clinics.
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700