Ankle & Achilles Pain

Ankle Sprain

• Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports injuries.

 

• A sudden jolt or twist can overstretch and tear the supporting ligaments of the joint, causing pain and swelling.

 

• Occur when the ankle is rolled, usually during high inpact activity with running, jumping or changing direction (such as basketball).

 

• Treatment for a sprained ankle includes rest, elevation and icing.

 

• If ankle sprains become frequent alternative treatments like bracing and orthotics may be required.

Achilles Tendonitis

• A chronic (long-term) condition associated with the progressive degeneration of the Achilles tendon.

 

• Sometimes the Achilles tendon does not function properly because of multiple, minor microscopic tears of the tendon, which cannot heal and repair itself correctly.

 

• The Achilles tendon receives more tension than it can cope with and microscopic tears develop.

 

• Eventually, the tendon thickens, weakens, and becomes painful due to chronic localised inflammation.

 

• Shockwave therapy is an effective treatment for the management of chronic achilles tendonitis