How to Safely Return to Activity After an Ankle Sprain
- posted: Aug. 30, 2024
When you sprain your ankle, it weakens, making it easier to suffer another ankle injury. It’s important to know how to safely return to activity after an ankle sprain. Dr. Jesse Anderson at AAL Podiatry Associates provides a wide range of podiatry services, including treatment of ankle sprains. He has two convenient office locations in Suffolk and Norfolk, VA.
What You Need To Know About an Ankle Sprain
When you experience an ankle sprain, it means the ligaments and tendons in your ankle have stretched or torn. Ankle sprains typically happen when your ankle suddenly turns or twists.
When deciding whether to return to activity after an ankle sprain, listening to your body is important. You should avoid returning to activities if you are still experiencing:
- Pain when you put weight on your ankle
- Ankle swelling and stiffness
- Difficulty and pain when you move your ankle
Continue to follow your podiatrist’s instructions and continue to:
- Place ice on your ankle to limit swelling
- Elevate your ankle to reduce the pressure
- Apply compression bandages to support your ankle
- Take over-the-counter anti-inflammatory and pain medication to control pain and swelling.
When you are no longer experiencing signs or symptoms, visit your podiatrist for an ankle exam. Your podiatrist can advise you on whether you can safely return to activity. Your podiatrist may recommend physical therapy and other services to help you regain ankle strength and flexibility.
When you return to activity after an ankle sprain, remember to:
- Start out slowly to avoid another injury to your ankle
- Stretch for several minutes to prevent stiffness and aid ankle function
- Avoid uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces
Want To Know More About an Ankle Sprain?
To learn more about recovering from an ankle sprain and safely returning to normal activities, call Dr. Jesse Anderson at AAL Podiatry Associates. You can reach him in Suffolk, VA, by calling (757) 539-2098 or in Norfolk, VA, by calling (757) 625-2962, so call today.
- posted: Aug. 30, 2024
When you sprain your ankle, it weakens, making it easier to suffer another ankle injury. It’s important to know how to safely return to activity after an ankle sprain. Dr. Jesse Anderson at AAL Podiatry Associates provides a wide range of podiatry services, including treatment of ankle sprains. He has two convenient office locations in Suffolk and Norfolk, VA.
What You Need To Know About an Ankle Sprain
When you experience an ankle sprain, it means the ligaments and tendons in your ankle have stretched or torn. Ankle sprains typically happen when your ankle suddenly turns or twists.
When deciding whether to return to activity after an ankle sprain, listening to your body is important. You should avoid returning to activities if you are still experiencing:
- Pain when you put weight on your ankle
- Ankle swelling and stiffness
- Difficulty and pain when you move your ankle
Continue to follow your podiatrist’s instructions and continue to:
- Place ice on your ankle to limit swelling
- Elevate your ankle to reduce the pressure
- Apply compression bandages to support your ankle
- Take over-the-counter anti-inflammatory and pain medication to control pain and swelling.
When you are no longer experiencing signs or symptoms, visit your podiatrist for an ankle exam. Your podiatrist can advise you on whether you can safely return to activity. Your podiatrist may recommend physical therapy and other services to help you regain ankle strength and flexibility.
When you return to activity after an ankle sprain, remember to:
- Start out slowly to avoid another injury to your ankle
- Stretch for several minutes to prevent stiffness and aid ankle function
- Avoid uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces
Want To Know More About an Ankle Sprain?
To learn more about recovering from an ankle sprain and safely returning to normal activities, call Dr. Jesse Anderson at AAL Podiatry Associates. You can reach him in Suffolk, VA, by calling (757) 539-2098 or in Norfolk, VA, by calling (757) 625-2962, so call today.
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