Have you ever experienced an ankle sprain?
Ankle sprains are painful. They can be debilitating and lead to severe foot issues if not addressed as soon as possible. If you've experienced prolonged ankle pain, you'll need to talk to your West Houston, TX, podiatrists, Dr. Asia Lo, Dr. Manish Patel, and Dr. Samuel Mendicino, for more information.
Want to know more about ankle sprains?
Ankle sprains aren't just because you lost your balance. It can be a result of playing sports or walking and/or running on uneven surfaces.
Ankle sprains are one of the most common foot injuries. They are usually accompanied by:
- Swelling
- Severe pain
- Bruising
- Ankle Instability
- Tenderness
- Limping
- Limited range of motion
Bone fractures are confused with ankle sprains, so make sure your contact your West Houston doctors. They will examine your ankle and detect the exact problem using an x-ray. Note that this is extremely important because of the severe long-term repercussions of not taking care of your ankle properly.
What are the causes of ankle sprains?
So what are a few things that may lead to a sprained ankle?
- Losing your balance while walking, which may result in pain
- Ankle twists inward due to unexpected movement
- Tear or stretch in one or more ligaments
How can you treat your sprained ankle?
Rehabilitating your ankle after you can stand on it is necessary. Your doctor will provide you with certain exercises to strengthen your:
- Flexibility
- Muscles
- Ligaments
- Coordination
- Balance
Treating your sprained ankle properly will improve your chances of a speedy recovery, just rest, ice, compress, and elevate your ankles. The important thing is to avoid overexerting yourself. Walking, jogging, running, and other activities will come back after the rehabilitation and recovery process.
Your doctor may also provide certain medications, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
Need a consultation?
For more information on how to deal with sprained ankles, just call your West Houston, TX, podiatrists, Dr. Lo, Dr. Patel, and Dr. Mendicino, today.