Chronic ankle sprains or feeling of ankle instability?
Chronic ankle instability happens when the ligaments that support your ankle become damaged and heal incorrectly. This weakness makes your ankle more likely to roll.
Signs of chronic ankle instability include:
▪ Repeatedly spraining your ankle
▪ Your ankle feeling “unstable” or “giving out” on uneven ground
▪ Pain or tenderness around your ankle
▪ Your ankle swelling frequently
▪ Feeling unsteady or wobbly
Get Individualized Ankle Sprain Treatment Options
▪ Icing
▪ Elevating
▪ Bracing
▪ Physical Therapy
▪ Laser Therapy
▪ Immobilization
▪ Surgery
The Arthrex InternalBrace is an innovative surgery that allows patients to recover from ankle sprains and get back to their activities.
Schedule an appointment with one of our doctors or watch the video below to learn more about the Arthrex InternalBrace™!
Frequently Asked Questions
This depends on the severity of the sprain and if any other associated injuries are present. If you are able to weight bear without pain, it is generally safe to do so. Our doctors will evaluate your injury and discuss your ability to walk.
Using light compression with a wrap, elevating and icing the ankle are typically recommended for ankle sprains.
Time to full recovery greatly varies and is determined on the severity of the injury. Severe ankle sprains can take upwards of 12 weeks while minor sprains may resolve after several weeks.
After evaluation by our doctors, surgery may be recommended. This is typically reserved for severe sprains or chronic ankle sprains.
X-rays are extremely important for evaluating ankle sprains. This helps our doctors rule out fractures and/or other injuries to the bones.
Yes! Working with a Physical Therapist can greatly improve your symptoms and allow you to return pain free.
Have additional questions?
Schedule an appointment with one of our doctors
or call (760)-642-7009.