Sprained Ankle

Ankle Sprains

The ankle is one of the most commonly injured joints in the body due to its heavy involvement in changing direction when running. The most often injured ligament in the ankle is the ATFL, or anterior talo-fibular ligament which joins the talus to the fibular on the outside and front of the ankle. ankle sprains are usually on the outside of the foot, however, can also occur on the inside of the ankle if severe enough. The ligaments on the inside of the ankle are so strong that when sprained, it is not uncommon for a small portion of bone to be pulled off before the ligament is damaged. Another less frequent type of ankle sprain is a syndesmosis, which involves stretching or rupture of the ligament which holds the bottom ends of your two lower leg bones together. this is an important structure as it makes up the upper half of the ankle joint, and if injured needs urgent attention.

Ankle sprains are often left untreated due to their frequency, however, this is a mistake. If left untreated and no rehabilitation/post-injury strengthening is undertaken you will remain much more likely to re-sprain the ankle in the same spot.

At City Physiotherapy we have the expertise to help you through the different stages of your ankle sprain; diagnosis, rest, treating pain, decrease inflammation, range of motion, strengthening stabilising muscles, lengthening accessory muscles, providing support through a combination of taping and bracing, training control and balance and guiding your successful return to full activity.

Ankle Sprain

Achilles Tendonitis

The Achilles tendon is one of the strongest in the body due to the high force it as to withstand connecting the heel bone to the calf muscles, however, it is susceptible to becoming painful.

Achilles tendonitis is a painful condition caused by degeneration or trauma to the tendon just above the heel bone. It will likely cause pain during and after jumping and running activities. If left untreated, your Achilles tendon will become weak and susceptible to rupture which requires surgery and substantial healing time.

As explained in the tendons section, it is important to assess which type of tendon problem you have in your Achilles. Once your injury has been assessed you can begin your road to recovery through graded exercises, some activity limitations, a release of surrounding soft tissue, pain management and eventually return to full capabilities.

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