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Ankle sprain Ankle injury Physiotherapy in Ankle Injuries


Ankle sprain Ankle injury









Physiotherapy helps in ankle injuries

Musculoskeletal injuries to the ankle and foot are frequent in both the general populace and all levels of athletes. When movements are carried out in excess, repeatedly, and for a long time—far beyond the capacity of the tissue—injuries may result. The foot and ankle complex's main job is to support the weight. Maintaining balance, maintaining a straight posture, and recognising body location in space are other functions. For the diagnosis and treatment of ankle and foot injuries, a solid grasp of the pertinent anatomy is required.



One of the most frequent musculoskeletal injuries is an ankle sprain, which affects more than 500,000 people in the United States alone each year. Even though ankle sprains are very common, they are not basic ailments, and managing one is not easy. The biomechanics of the passive and active subsystems must be taken into account by clinicians. These systems involve the bones, ligaments, and muscles cooperating to carry out a certain task. The prognosis for ankle injuries is typically excellent, and they are typically treated conservatively. However, a variety of things can have an impact on healing. Early detection of these factors can guarantee that the proper treatment strategy is chosen.


Ankle sprain Ankle injury Risk Factors and Outcome

Ankle sprain Ankle injury

Several risk factors for ankle sprains have been recognised as predisposing variables. It is crucial for the physician to identify risk factors in order to select the best treatment plan because these risk variables might significantly affect a patient's ability to recover. They are separated into intrinsic and extrinsic categories.

The following are intrinsic risk factors for outcome prediction:


Age and biological sex: Female athletes are 25% more likely to have grade-related illnesses. I sprain my ankle.

Height and weight: Due to an increased magnitude of inversion torque, an increase in height or weight correspondingly raises the risk of sprain.

the degree of the harm

Functional status Accompanying injuries, particularly prior sprains

characteristics of the limbs, including limb dominance, anatomical foot type and size, joint laxity, and anatomical.


The following are extrinsic risk factors for outcome prediction:


Degree of competition: more ankle sprains result from higher levels of competition.

Early use of this strategy, such as ankle tape or bracing, can reduce the likelihood of recurring ankle sprains.

shoe design

insufficient warm-up stretching

technique for landing after a jump


Finally, the following prognostic factors suggest that clinical outcomes following foot and ankle injuries will be favourable:


-youthful age

- minor sprain

-minimal level of activity Excellent functional status Good neuromuscular performance

no harm related to it

-functional restrictions and persistent symptoms can be expected depending on the existence of:


systemic slackness

Joint structure

Misaligned feet and limbs

Re-sprain

multiple ligament damage.


Advantages of physical therapy

Talocrural distraction in the neutral position and anterior to posterior glides of the joint are two manual procedures used in the treatment of acute ankle sprains.

 Moreover, manual lymphatic drainage treatments and soft tissue massage are advised. The passive range of dorsiflexion can be tested in both weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing situations.

The results of using manual therapy were as follows:


-easing of pain

-reduction of rigidity

-ankle dorsiflexion progress

-stride length improvement Proprioceptive awareness improvement

-functional restoration.


The primary focus of the rehabilitation programme for an acute ankle sprain is thought to be therapeutic exercises. Nevertheless, no chosen subject matter or training duration has been chosen. Exercises are intended to have the following effects: a decrease in recurring injuries, prevention of ankle instability, a reduction in recovery time, and an increase in self-reported function.


Exercises should be either under supervision or follow a set routine.


Exercises for the range of motion

Exercising flexibility

exercising your muscles.

Enhanced proprioceptive neuromuscular activity

balance instruction.

An increase in stride length

improved awareness of one's own body

Functional restoration.

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