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HOW TO KNOCK OUT FOOT & ANKLE PAIN
L I V E A H A P P I E R & H E A LT H I E R L I F E W I T H P H Y S I C A L T H E R A P Y !
Have you recently sustained an injury to your foot or ankle that has resulted in pain? If so, it is possible that you may be experiencing the effects of either a sprain or strain, depending on what structurewas injured (tendonor ligament).While there are many factors that can lead to foot and ankle pain, sprains/strains are some common examples.Even ifyourpainsubsides,dysfunction may still be present. If you have noticed limited mobility, previous or present pain, or other issues with your ankles or feet, RX Physical Therapy can help. We can determine if the cause of your injury was indeed a sprain or strain, in addition to helping provide you with the necessary treatments for healing. We can also provide you with tips for avoiding re-injury in the future, so you don’t have to worry about avoiding certain activities. WHY IS MY FOOT OR ANKLE HURTING? Whether you trip, fall, or twist your foot or ankle “wrong,” foot and ankle pain that stems from
a sprain or a strain is often the result of some sort of injury. However, it isalsocommonlydue toanunderlying weakness in themusclesof the footor leg. In fact, any accumulation of factors can lead to insidious onset of pain, including loss of range of motion, altered movement patterns, balance issues, and overall affected mobility. People who sprain or strain their feet or ankles often find that they are continuously re-injuring that part of their body. Fortunately, this does not have to be the case with the help of physical therapy. WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SPRAIN AND STRAIN? A sprain happens when a ligament (the tissue that connects one bone to another) is stretched or torn. A sprain can also happen when there is damage toa jointcapsule,or thepartof theankle or foot that adds stability to the joint. Symptoms
of sprains include pain, inflammation, muscle spasm, and sometimes an inability to move your foot or ankle. While sprains happen when there is damage to a ligament, strains happen when there is damage to a muscle or tendon (the tissue that connects muscle tobone).Strainsusuallyhappenwhen the muscle suddenly contracts while it is stretched, like when you run or jump. The symptoms of strains are similar to those associated with sprains,making themdifficult to tellapartwithout doing a physical therapy examination. If you are unsure about whether you sustained a sprain or strain, we can help you figure it out. For more information about how RX Physical Therapy can help you, call us at 269.769.6108 or visit rxphysicaltherapy.com.
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