HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP YOUR SPRAIN OR STRAIN
HOW SHOULD MY SPRAIN OR STRAIN BE TREATED? Foot and ankle pain treatment depends on where the injury happens and how long ago it occurred. If it is not possible to walk more than two or three steps without pain or if the joint looks out of place, it is important to visit a doctor as soon as possible, because a fracture may be suspected. However, within a few hours of compression wrapping and elevation, most people notice that the swelling begins to subside, and they can carry on with most of their daily tasks with minimal discomfort. However, this initial treatment of a foot or ankle sprain does not help strengthen the area and prevent injury in the future. For optimal results, it is best to consult with a physical therapist to see what the best methods would be for healing and avoiding re-injury of the affected area. Once the acute phase of the injury has passed (the point where there is pain), it is possible to prevent future injury through exercises targeted at strengthening the muscles that surround the ankle. Your physical therapist will prescribe certain strengthening exercises to regain your normal levels of function. This may include drawing the alphabet with your toes to improve range of motion, performing calf raises every time you stand at the sink, or raising your toes slowly off of the ground when you are standing in line at the grocery store.
HOW WI LL PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP MY SPRAIN OR STRAIN? Physical therapy is designed to relieve the pain of a foot or ankle problem, improve range of motion, and strengthen your muscles so they are able to take on the shock of normal activities. While pain within your foot or ankle may subside on its own, there are dysfunctions up the chain that can last for years and lead to other injuries. For example, changes in gait pattern can result in ankle injury, making it difficult for you to move around freely. Physical therapy is the best way to make sure that these injuries do not occur. Our physical therapists will show you therapeutic exercises that target the muscles that keep the foot or ankle supported. They may even recommend a customized physical fitness program that can help you reduce stress on your feet and ankles. Whether you sustained a sprain or strain, physical therapy is the answer to achieving long-term relief. Contact Balanced Body Physical Therapy today to schedule a consultation or to find out more about how physical therapy can help relieve your foot and ankle pains.
Are you suffering from tendinitis or other sports injury? Call your physical therapist at Balanced Body Physical Therapy today at 801.293.8888 or visit our website at balancedbodypt.com!
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INGREDIENTS • 10 large eggs • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 cup frozen cut spinach, thawed and squeezed dry • 2 green onions, finely chopped • 1/4 tsp salt
QUAD SET While lying or sitting with a small towel rolled under your ankle, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Hold for 5 seconds and repeat 10 times on each leg. Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 325°F. Coat a 12-cup muffin tin liberally with the cooking spray. In a large bowl, beat the eggs together. To bowl, add the bell pepper, spinach, green onions, salt, and ¼ cup water. Season with pepper. Divide egg mixture among muffin cups. Bake 20–25 min., until eggs are set. Let stand 5 min. before removing from muffin tin. Source: https://www.savoryonline.com/recipes/208593/spinach-and-pepper-omelet-muffins
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