Ankle Sprains Mile End
Treatment for Ankle Sprains near Mile End
Factors Associated with Ankle Sprains
- Did the injury occur after landing on another player’s foot during 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?
- Are you experiencing ankle stiffness, swelling, or bruising that makes walking uncomfortable?
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.
As described, ankle sprains are usually caused by runners or walkers misjudging a step or landing unevenly. In sports, it is often due to changing direction or landing on someone else’s foot.
Ankle Sprains Treatment
Ankle sprains commonly occur after an awkward step while walking or running, landing on an uneven surface, or during sporting movements such as changing direction or landing on another player’s foot.
After an ankle sprain, symptoms may include swelling, stiffness, bruising, and discomfort when standing or walking. Temporary support such as a walking boot, strapping, or crutches may occasionally be used during the early stages of management. Some individuals may experience ongoing ankle instability or persistent ankle discomfort following injury, including presentations related to Sinus Tarsi Syndrome.
Rehabilitation for ankle sprains may involve the following phases of care and activity progression:
Phase One:
- Early management approaches may focus on reducing swelling and supporting recovery using RICER principles.
- Rest
- Ice
- Compression
- Elevation
Phase Two:
- Approaches focused on improving ankle mobility
- Massage
- A structured stretching exercise program
Phase Three:
- Strengthen Muscle
- A strengthening program targeting the calf, ankle, and foot
Phase Four:
- Management approaches addressing foot posture and biomechanics
- 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:
- Progressive rehabilitation exercises focusing on balance, movement, and sport-specific activities
- Targeted exercises focusing on sport-related movement demands
Ankle Support and Management with 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.
Custom Foot and Ankle Support Options
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.
Sprained Ankle Care at SA Running Injury Clinic
SA Running Injury Clinic offers ankle sprain care for people living in Mile End 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