Ankle Sprains Nailsworth

What causes an Ankle Sprain?

Did you misstep while walking or running and twist your ankle?

Was it landing on another person’s foot in basketball, netball, football or soccer?

Was there a popping or cracking sound?

Is your ankle now stiff from swelling and bruising, causing discomfort when you stand or walk?

Ankle sprains are a frequent occurrence at SA Running Injury Clinic .. we treat them regularly.

As mentioned above, it is caused usually by a runner or walker misjudging a step, or landing on an uneven surface. In sport, it is from changing direction or landing on another competitor’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: