One of the main differences between a low ankle sprain and a high ankle sprain is the recovery timeline. In general, high ankle sprains take much longer to heal and come back from than lower ankle sprains, depending on severity....
In the United States, about 2 million ankle sprains occur every year. (1) Additionally, half of those ankle sprains occur during sport participation! If you have ever played sports, then you are probably familiar with the term “ankle sprain.” Traditional...
Ankle impingement is a common condition that affects individuals engaging in various physical activities, particularly athletes, and can significantly impede their performance. Understanding the mechanisms of injury leading to impingement, and effective early stage management strategies are critical for facilitating...
Introduction: Chronic ankle instability (CAI) poses a significant challenge for elite athletes, impacting performance and increasing the risk of recurrent injuries. In this blog, we will delve into the intricate anatomy and function of the ankle joint complex, identify the...
High ankle sprains, also known as syndesmotic sprains, pose unique challenges in the realm of sports medicine and physiotherapy. The syndesmosis is the joint between the tibia and the fibula and it is stabilised by a number of ligaments. When these ligaments...
As a physiotherapist, it's important to be able to identify whether or not a patient or player, who may have rolled or sprained their ankle, has a fracture or not. One effective way to do this is by using the...
Here we’ll go through some simple strategies to try and optimise the early 0-8 week phase of your ankle after surgery, we will focus on the important factors such as pain management, Icing and controlling swelling. Week 0-2: Priorities: Allow...
An ankle sprain of the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) is a common injury that occurs when the ligament on the front-outer side of the ankle is stretched or torn. The ATFL is one of the primary ligaments that helps stabilise...
Having worked in professional sport for over 10 years, which included the Rugby Premership and The English Football League, Adey has a wealth of experience with dealing with injury and rehabilitation in the sports world. His desire, commitment, people skills and knowledge are why he has a great reputation in the clubs and teams he has been involved with. Alongside working for RecoverFit, Adey also works in the military as a physiotherapist.
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