Ankle Sprains Norwood
What can Cause 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?
- Did you hear 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 very common at SA Running Injury Clinic .. we encounter them frequently.
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.
Initially, you may find it hard to walk or stand and might need strapping, crutches, or a walking boot. Severe cases can involve a fracture. Sadly, an ankle sprain can raise the risk of respraining by 40 – 70%. Persistent ankle pain and stiffness, known as Sinus Tarsi Syndrome, may also develop.
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
Take control of your Ankle Sprain with SA Running Injury Clinic
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