Foot & Ankle
Ankle Sprain
Very common, often under-rehabilitated, and a strong predictor of future sprains.
About this condition
Most ankle sprains feel better within a few weeks, which is why rehabilitation is often abandoned early. But balance and control deficits persist far longer than pain does, and untreated they substantially raise the risk of the next sprain.
Common symptoms
- Pain and swelling on the outside of the ankle
- Bruising after the injury
- Difficulty weight bearing initially
- Ongoing feeling of instability
- Repeated rolling of the ankle
Frequent contributors
- Rolling the ankle during sport or on uneven ground
- Previous sprains with incomplete rehabilitation
- Reduced balance and proprioception
How physiotherapy typically helps
Early swelling and pain management
Restoring ankle range of motion
Balance and proprioception retraining
Calf and foot strengthening
Sport-specific agility before return
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