Ankle Sprains Glenunga
Treatment for Ankle Sprains near Glenunga
How Do Ankle Sprains Occur?
- 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 the ankle make a popping or cracking noise during the incident?
- Is your ankle feeling stiff or swollen, with discomfort when standing or walking?
At SA Running Injury Clinic, ankle sprains are a frequently assessed lower limb injury. An ankle sprain affects the ligaments surrounding the ankle joint and can occur when the foot rolls, twists, or lands awkwardly during movement or sport.
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
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.
Our ankle sprain rehabilitation approach may involve the following stages of management:
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
- Targeted stretching exercises to support mobility
Phase Three:
- Strengthen Muscle
- Strengthening exercises for the calf, ankle, and foot muscles
Phase Four:
- Management approaches addressing foot posture and biomechanics
- Ankle sprains may be associated with foot movement patterns where the foot rolls outward, while Sinus Tarsi Syndrome may be linked to increased inward rolling of the foot.
Phase Five:
- Progressive exercises targeting balance, mobility, and return-to-sport activities
- Targeted exercises focusing on sport-related movement demands
EXO-L Brace Support for Ankle Rehabilitation
Ankle sprains are commonly seen in runners and active individuals and may be associated with ongoing ankle instability or recurring symptoms in some cases. The EXO-L ankle brace is a custom 3D-printed support option designed to provide additional ankle stability during movement while allowing functional mobility throughout daily activities and sport. At SA Running Injury Clinic, this brace may be incorporated into rehabilitation and activity management where appropriate.
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.
Assessment and Management for Sprained Ankles at SA Running Injury Clinic
Assessment and management for ankle sprains is available at SA Running Injury Clinic for individuals in Glenunga and nearby suburbs including Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, Mile End and Highgate.
You can book an appointment at SA Running Injury Clinic online or over the phone. Please note we have two clinic locations.
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700