ANKLE SPRAINS

WHAT ARE ANKLE SPRAINS?

An ankle sprain is a stretch or tear of the ligaments that connect the bone of your leg to your foot. Mostly commonly the structures on the outside of your ankle are injured.

CAUSES OF ANKLE SPRAINS

The ankle twists or roll
Walking or running on an uneven surface
SYMPTOMS OF ANKLE SPRAINS

Pain on weightbearing
Tenderness
Swelling
Bruising
Restricted movement
Instability
HOW TO MANAGE ANKLE SPRAINS

See a Physio! Even if you think the injury is mild, ankle sprains can stick around if they aren’t managed appropriately.
DO I NEED AN X-RAY?

That depends! It’s best to see a Doctor or Physio for an assessment to determine if any imaging is needed.
Usually, if you are unable to put any weight through your ankle and the bones around the ankle are very tender to touch, it’s best to get an x-ray to make sure nothing is broken.