Ankle Sprains St Peters
Treatment for Ankle Sprains St Peters
Factors Associated with Ankle Sprains
- Did the injury occur after landing on another player’s foot during basketball, netball, football, or soccer?
- 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?
Ankle sprains are a commonly seen injury presentation at SA Running Injury Clinic. They involve injury to the ligaments that support and stabilise the ankle joint and may occur when the ankle twists, rolls, or moves beyond its usual range during walking, running, or landing activities.
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.
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.
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.
Management for ankle sprains may include the following rehabilitation phases:
Phase One:
- Early ankle sprain management may involve RICER-based approaches to support recovery and manage swelling.
- Rest
- Ice
- Compression
- Elevation
Phase Two:
- Support ankle mobility and range of motion
- Massage
- Stretching-based rehabilitation exercises
Phase Three:
- Strengthen Muscle
- Exercise-based strengthening approaches for the calf, ankle, and foot region
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:
- Exercise-based rehabilitation aimed at supporting balance, coordination, and sport-specific movement
- Targeted exercises focusing on sport-related movement demands
EXO-L Ankle Brace for Support and Rehabilitation
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.
Supportive Foot and Ankle Management Options
Using 3D scanning and printing technology, the EXO-L brace is designed to provide a customised fit suited to individual foot and ankle anatomy. Its lightweight design is commonly used by active individuals, including runners and court-sport athletes, to provide additional ankle support during movement. In eligible cases, the brace may be claimable through private health insurance under podiatry orthotic cover. Management plans may also include strengthening exercises, footwear recommendations, and gait assessment to support rehabilitation and activity participation.
Assessment and Management for Sprained Ankles at SA Running Injury Clinic
Ankle sprain treatment in Adelaide is available at SA Running Injury Clinic for individuals in nearby suburbs including North Adelaide, Eastwood, Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, St Peters, Glenside, Parkside, Norwood, Burnside, Brompton, Thebarton, Mile End, Fullarton, Myrtle Bank, Glenunga and Highgate.
Appointments at SA Running Injury Clinic can be arranged online or by phone across our two clinics.