Ligaments are flexible, resilient bands of tissue that attach the bones
and enable a range of motion. However, a sudden slip or twist may cause
this tissue to over-stretch or even snap. When this occurs in the ankle,
it’s called an ankle sprain and the affected area should receive
treatment from Ogden Clinic right away. Sprained ankles generally happen
when the foot strikes the ground at an angle with too much force. Athletes
and women who wear high-heels are prone to sprained ankles.
Sprains are classified in three ‘grades’ that range from a
mild stretch to a potential rupture. If you sprained your ankle in the
Ogden area, you will experience swelling and soreness, often accompanied
with painful bruising.
Treatment and Recovery
Immediately after a sprain, rest, elevation, and anti-inflammatory treatment
(ice and over-the-counter medication) are crucial. Your Ogden Clinic Podiatrist
will evaluate the severity of your sprained ankle to determine what type
of care is required. Treatment for an ankle sprain aims to regain your
stability, motion and strength.
Severe strains that damage the ligaments may require surgery. If this is
the case, your Ogden Clinic Podiatrist will perform a careful operation,
then follow-up with you with rehabilitation techniques you need to make
a full recovery.
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