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Effective Ankle Pain Treatment at Physical Therapy of SA
Never allow yourself to be limited by ankle pains. Our understanding at Physical Therapy of SA, located in Live Oak, Texas, is that ankle pain can range from a slight nagging ache to something that completely halts your daily routine. Through our practiced team for ankle pain management via physical therapy, we can help you whether you have experienced recent sprains, overuse consequences, or hidden factors causing such issues.
Our approach to handling ankle pain is never standard but individually developed for every patient in San Antonio community. By doing this, we concentrate on the actual cause of your problem rather than the symptoms; hence, you will heal quickly and avoid future problems. Most importantly, our primary concern in dealing with pain is reducing it as much as possible so that you are back on track within the shortest possible time.
Our dedication to educating patients allows you to play an active role in your healing process. We will give you information and materials to help you take care of yourself and avoid getting hurt so that you can properly control the situation with your ankle and walk without any pain. Because regaining your footing shouldn’t be a battle, go for Physical Therapy of SA.
Understanding Ankle Pain
The ankle is the joint that attaches the foot to the leg below it, allowing movement and stability. Mechanically, the ankle has multiple components; bones, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and cartilage all contribute to this role. Ankle pain may result from injury or inflammation in any of these tissues, leading to swelling, inflexibility, and disability when standing on them. Foot and ankle physical therapy can help address these issues by providing targeted treatments to restore mobility and alleviate pain.
Common causes of ankle pain include
- Ankle sprain: The principal source of this malaise occurs when there's too much stretching or tearing of the ligaments supporting the ankle joint due to the foot twisting or rolling over.
- Tendinitis: Tendinitis is inflammation of the tendons around the ankle, often from excessive use or poor shoes.
- Arthritis: Pain, stiffness, and limited movement in the ankle may be caused by osteoarthritis and other degenerative joint diseases.
- Bursitis: It is an inflammation of bursal sacs filled with fluid and located at bones' few points surrounded by ligamentous tissues near the ankle joint.
- Stress fractures: These involve tiny fissures in the bones of ankles, usually due to repetitive strains.
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome: A nerve situated in an ankle gets squeezed, making it numb and causing pain and tingling.
- Improper footwear: Ill-fitting shoes with inadequate support are among the factors responsible for ankle pain.
When to Seek Professional Help for Foot And Ankle Pain Physical Therapy
However, it is important to seek a professional diagnosis if you have:
- Excessive soreness or edema in the leg
- Failure of normal walking and standing on the foot
- Malformation of the ankle joint
- Continuous pain for more than some days
- Repeated ankle pains
Effective Treatment for Ankle Pain at Physical Therapy of SA
Physical therapy of SA takes a comprehensive approach towards ankle pain treatment, addressing the root cause and restoring pain-free motion. Our ankle pain treatment plans typically incorporate the following elements:
Pain Management
We use various techniques such as ice therapy, electric stimulation, ultrasound therapy, and anti-inflammatory drugs prescribed by your doctor for ankle pain management.
Manual Therapy
Joint mobilization and soft tissue massage, among other manual techniques, are employed by skilled therapists to improve joint mobility, reduce stiffness, and enhance healing in your ankle.
Therapeutic Exercise
The muscles that support the ankle joint are strengthened through an individualized exercise program, which helps improve stability and balance, thereby preventing future injuries.
Modalities
Technique of treatment: methods such as sonography or electricity can speed up recovery and lower aching in ankle.
Bracing or Taping
Bracing or taping are devices that stabilize and shelter the ankle joint while healing.
Education
Information about what kind of sneakers you should put on, how to stay injury-free, and how to take care of yourself we give during our therapy session for your painful ankle.
Why Choose Physical Therapy of SA for Ankle Pain Relief?
Pain and limitations associated with ankle pain are well known to us at Physical Therapy of SA. This has led us to:
Expertise
Our highly-trained physical therapists have vast backgrounds in treating different ankle issues, thus guaranteeing that you will receive the most effective therapy program.
Human Care
We always dedicate our time to understanding your needs and ambitions; in this case, we develop a special treatment regimen.
Pain Focus
Our primary goal is to relieve your suffering by using various techniques that will help you recover your ankle movement and function much faster.
Taking a holistic approach
We deal with the symptoms and causes of ankle pain, promoting long-term recovery.
Learning and self-reliance
These enable us to provide self-care tips, injury prevention guidelines, and how to take care of their ankles.
Schedule an Appointment Today For Ankle Pain Treatment
Do not allow ankle pain to hinder your mobility and quality of life. The committed team at Physical Therapy of SA in Live Oak & San Antonio will help you find permanent solutions. Call us or book an appointment online today to schedule a consultation with our physical therapist as we take this first step towards a future without pain and full of activities.
FAQs About Ankle Pain
The length of time it takes to heal depends on the injury severity of the injury or its underlying condition. Typically, a sprain heals within a few weeks after proper treatment, while chronic ones may require lifelong management.
Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation (RICE) can be used as an initial step. You should rest your ankle, apply ice packs (wrapped in a towel) for 20 minutes, wear compression bandages to support it, and elevate your ankle above your heart. Besides this, you can take some over-the-counter pain medication for temporary relief.
Yes, physical therapy builds muscles, increases suppleness, and keeps joints healthy, which can go a long way toward managing chronic ankle pain and improving joint function.
Wear supportive shoes, keep your weight within range, stretch regularly, warm up before any activity or exercise program, and avoid overuse. Targeting exercises that strengthen the muscles of the ankle joint can also help.