Ankle Sprains Walkerville
Treatment for Ankle Sprains near Walkerville
Common Causes of Ankle Sprains
- Was your ankle injured during sport after landing awkwardly on another player’s foot?
- Did your ankle roll after misjudging a step while walking or running?
- Did the ankle make a popping or cracking noise during the incident?
- Has swelling or bruising around the ankle made standing or walking difficult?
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.
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.
Following an ankle sprain, some individuals may experience swelling, bruising, stiffness, and discomfort with walking or standing, with temporary support such as strapping, crutches, or a walking boot sometimes required. In more significant injuries, fractures may also need to be ruled out. Some people may continue to experience ankle instability, stiffness, or ongoing discomfort following an ankle sprain, including presentations associated with 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:
- Management strategies to assist ankle movement and flexibility
- Massage
- A guided stretching exercise approach
Phase Three:
- Strengthen Muscle
- Strengthening exercises for the calf, ankle, and foot muscles
Phase Four:
- Assessment and management of foot posture and biomechanics
- Altered foot mechanics, such as excessive inward or outward rolling of the foot, may be associated with ankle sprains and Sinus Tarsi Syndrome presentations.
Phase Five:
- Progressive rehabilitation exercises focusing on balance, movement, and sport-specific activities
- Targeted exercises focusing on sport-related movement demands
EXO-L Ankle Brace for Support and Rehabilitation
Ankle sprains are commonly seen in runners and active individuals and may be associated with ongoing ankle instability or recurring symptoms in some cases. The EXO-L ankle brace is a custom 3D-printed support option designed to provide additional ankle stability during movement while allowing functional mobility throughout daily activities and sport. At SA Running Injury Clinic, this brace may be incorporated into rehabilitation and activity management where appropriate.
Customisable Foot and Ankle Support Solutions
The EXO-L ankle brace is produced using a custom 3D scanning and printing process to provide an individualised fit compatible with many athletic shoes. Designed for active individuals and sporting participation, the brace aims to provide additional ankle support while allowing day-to-day movement. Eligible patients may be able to claim the brace through private health insurance podiatry orthotic cover. Rehabilitation programs may also involve strengthening exercises, movement retraining, and footwear advice where clinically appropriate.
Supportive Management Options for Sprained Ankles
SA Running Injury Clinic provides assessment and management for ankle sprains for residents of Walkerville and surrounding areas, including Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, Mile End and Highgate.
You can book an appointment at SA Running Injury Clinic online or over the phone. Please note we have two clinic locations.
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700