Ankle & Foot
Twisted or sprained ankle
Medical name: Lateral Ankle Sprain
Overstretch of the outer ankle ligaments — the most common sports injury, and one that recurs without proper rehab.
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Go to a hospital today if you have:
- You cannot take four steps on the foot
- Pain pressing on the bony knobs of the ankle
- The foot looks out of shape, or is cold or pale
These need urgent medical care before physiotherapy.
Typical signs
- Swelling on the outer ankle
- Pain weight-bearing
- Repeated rolling over
How physiotherapy helps
Early protected movement, balance and proprioception retraining, then hopping and cutting drills before return to sport.
This page can't diagnose you. A physio can tell you what's causing your pain, so message or call us if you're unsure.
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