Maybe you stepped strangely onto a toy or curb and your ankle feels slightly sore. This is a common occurrence, but when is it something that requires help and treatment? Dr. George Tjamaloukas and Dr. Kathy Tjamaloukas at Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Center in Land O’ Lakes, FL, and serving Wesley Chapel, FL, can explain when you may be experiencing an ankle sprain and when you should visit your podiatrist for care.
When to Visit for a Sprained Ankle
If you accidentally stepped incorrectly and twisted your ankle, you will experience pain fairly immediately. Some ankle sprains are more severe than others, so when should you visit your podiatrist in Land O’ Lakes, FL, and serving Wesley Chapel, FL?
As soon as you experience what could be a sprained ankle, you should visit your podiatrist for care as soon as possible. When a sprain is left untreated, it can cause long-term issues and further damage in the future. It’s possible that you may have just walked funny and not experienced an ankle sprain, so it’s important to recognize when you may have sprained your ankle.
The most common symptoms of an ankle sprain include swelling and bruising. It can be difficult to walk and cause reoccurring pain. You should be resting and elevating your ankle and applying ice throughout the day to deal with swelling. Your podiatrist may also recommend compressive bandages to help stop your ankle from continuing to twist or sit in strange positions.
When an ankle sprain is severe and doesn’t seem to heal, surgery may be required to repair the damaged ligaments. It’s important to closely follow your treatment plan so that your ankle can heal and you can continue to walk and participate in activities that you enjoy.
Contact Your Podiatrist Today!
Don’t let your sprained ankle go untreated. Contact Dr. George Tjamaloukas and Dr. Kathy Tjamaloukas at Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Center in Land O’ Lakes, FL, and serving Wesley Chapel, FL, to treat your ankle sprain and improve your quality of life. Call for more information and to schedule your appointment today at (813) 909-0865.