Ankle Sprains Norwood
Treatment for Ankle Sprains near Norwood
Common Causes of Ankle Sprains
- Did your ankle roll after landing on another person’s foot while playing sport?
- Did the injury occur after stepping awkwardly during walking or running?
- Did you hear or feel a pop around the ankle when it happened?
- Are you experiencing ankle stiffness, swelling, or bruising that makes walking uncomfortable?
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.
Typically, as stated above, ankle sprains occur when a runner or walker misjudges a step or lands on an uneven surface. In sports, it happens due to sudden direction changes or landing on another competitor’s foot.
Ankle Sprains Treatment
Common causes of ankle sprains include stepping awkwardly while walking or running, uneven surfaces, and sporting movements involving jumping or sudden direction changes.
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.
Rehabilitation for ankle sprains may involve the following phases of care and activity progression:
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
- Exercise-based strengthening approaches for the calf, ankle, and foot region
Phase Four:
- Assessment of foot mechanics and lower limb movement patterns
- 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:
- Rehabilitation exercises designed to support movement, balance, and sport-specific function
- Exercises designed around sport-specific movement patterns
EXO-L Ankle Brace for Support and Rehabilitation
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
Customised through a 3D scanning and printing process, the EXO-L brace is designed to provide personalised ankle support during activity and movement. Its lightweight design is commonly used by runners and active individuals participating in sport or exercise. In some cases, the brace may be claimable through private health insurance under podiatry orthotic cover. Rehabilitation approaches at SA Running Injury Clinic may additionally include gait retraining, strengthening programs, and footwear assessment to support return to activity.
Sprained Ankle Care at SA Running Injury Clinic
SA Running Injury Clinic provides assessment and management for ankle sprains for residents of Norwood and surrounding areas, including Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, Mile End and Highgate.
Appointments at SA Running Injury Clinic can be arranged online or by phone across our two clinics.
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700