29 Sep Sprained your ankle again just walking on uneven grounds
Sprained your ankle again just walking on uneven grounds
Still experiencing pain and instability in your ankle after spraining it several months ago
Perhaps you have noticed that your ankles 
are tender to touch around the ankle bones
Did you know that ankle sprains are one of the most common causes of ankle injuries
The common misperception is that ankle sprains are minor injuries, however, studies have shown that up to 70% of individuals who sustain an acute ankle sprain may develop residual physical disability. Ankle sprains occur when your ankle ligaments tear or are ‘overstretched’. They can vary in severity from a mild “twisted” or “rolled” ankle sprain through to severe complete ankle ligament ruptures, with avulsion fractures or broken bones.
Ankle Sprains can occur in any age group and when:
– Awkwardly planting or landing your foot when running
– Landing unbalanced from a jump/hop
– Stepping onto an irregular surface
– Sports that involve swift direction changes
Depending on the severity, ankle sprains can present with a wide variety of symptoms including:
– a ‘popping’ sound at time of injury
– swelling
– bruising
– pain
– inability to put weight on the affected foot
– general stiffness
When you sprain your ankle, it is crucial that you get the appropriate treatment and rehabilitation to prevent chronic ankle instability. 
Chronic ankle instability from recurrent sprains can lead to ankle pain which may feel like a small ‘niggle’ for some people, to being a constant dull throbbing and feelings of ‘unsteadiness’ with walking or running for others. Chronic ankle instability is often harder to treat and pain can persist for months or even years after the initial ankle sprain.
So if you have experienced an ankle sprain or have chronic ankle instability, ring My Favourite Physio 
on (02) 9790 4233 or DM us @myfavouritephysio to book in an appointment with one of our 
Expert Physiotherapists today! We’d love to help you overcome your ankle pain and instability and get you back to active living!
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