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PT Works |
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Ankle Sprains and Physical Therapy |
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June 2007 |
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Offices are conveniently located in Clifton Park, Delmar, Latham, and Schodack. |
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Clifton Park: 1735 Route 9 Delmar: 250 Delaware Avenue Phone: 518.373.2042 Phone: 518.439.2417 Fax: 518.373.1293 Fax: 518.439.1190 Open M/W/F 7:00am-4:00pm Open M/W/F 7:30am-4:30pm T/Th 10:00am-7:00pm T/Th 9:00am-6:00pm Latham: 711 Troy-Schenectady Road Schodack: 81 Miller Road Phone: 518.783.3110 x3199 Phone: 518.213.0398 Fax: 518.220.9506 Fax: 518.479.0493 Open M-Th 7:00am-8:00pm Open M/W/F 7:30am-4:30pm Fridays 7:00am-4:00pm T/Th 9:00am-6:00pm |
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An ankle sprain is a stretched or partially torn ligament. The most common site of sprains in the lateral aspect of the ankle. An ankle sprain can happen when you fall, twist your ankle too far, or when you force the joint out of its normal position (ie: when you land awkwardly on your foot after jumping). Most ankle sprains occur during sports activities or when walking or running on an uneven surface. Early referral to physical therapy for ankle rehabilitation is key in preventing re-injury. Signs of an ankle sprain can include: · Pain or tenderness · Swelling · Bruising · Stiffness · Inability to or pain with weight bearing through the ankle With recurrence rates at 40-50% without proper rehabilitation, a strong physical therapy program to restore range of motion, reduce swelling, gain strength, normalize gait, and enhance balance and proprioception is imperative. Effective and continued rehabilitation will greatly reduce the chance of re-injuring the ankle. |
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Anterior talofibular ligament |