Physical Therapy is Your Key to Ankle Pain Relief
When was the last time you thought about your ankle? While ankle pain doesn’t get as much attention as knee or hip pain, it’s still common, with over 40% of the population experiencing it at some point in their lives. If your ankle pain interferes with your day-to-day life, physical therapy at Renue Physical Therapy can help!
For most people, ankle pain results from sprains, tendonitis, and fractures. While these injuries usually aren’t serious, an injured ankle can still severely impact your mobility, especially when the pain makes it difficult for you to bear weight on the joint. Other common symptoms of ankle pain include swelling and stiffness.
Our therapists offer a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to ankle pain relief. We’ll work with you to identify the exact reason for your pain, and then create a tailored treatment plan that addresses your specific needs. Through strengthening exercises, mobility work, and pain management techniques, we’ll help you get the results you’re looking for.
Whether you’re a competitive athlete or simply looking to maintain an active lifestyle, ankle pain can profoundly impact your everyday life. At Renue Physical Therapy, we’ll ensure your ankle pain no longer holds you back.
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Common Causes of Ankle Pain
To effectively treat ankle pain, it’s essential to understand some of its common causes. Here are just a few of the reasons your ankle might be hurting:
- Ankle Sprain: Ankle sprains are one of the most common reasons for ankle pain. A sprain occurs when the ligaments that help stabilize the ankle are stretched or torn. They often result from a sudden twist or impact and can cause swelling, bruising, limited mobility, and difficulty walking.
- Achilles Tendinitis: Another frequent source of ankle pain is Achilles tendinitis, the inflammation of the Achilles tendon at the back of the ankle. This condition is typically brought on by overuse or repetitive stress, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced flexibility.
- Fractures: Fractures, commonly known as broken bones, can create significant discomfort, swelling, and difficulty bearing weight on the affected ankle. In some cases, the fracture might occur due to repetitive impact on the joint, leading to a stress fracture.
- Arthritis: Different types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and gout, can also contribute to ankle pain. These conditions lead to the degeneration of joint cartilage, resulting in inflammation, stiffness, and discomfort during movement.
- Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD): This condition involves damage to the tendon that supports the foot’s arch, leading to pain, swelling, and a flattening of the foot arch, affecting your gait and overall stability.
When you come into our Au Gres TWP, Auburn, Bay City (East), Bay City (West), Bridgeport, Caro (Hooper St), Caro (M81), Frankenmuth, Freeland, Midland, Oscoda, Saginaw (Bay Rd), Saginaw (State St), Saginaw (YMCA), Shields, Tawas and Dow Bay Area Family YMCA physical therapy clinic, our experts will identify if your ankle pain is caused by one of these conditions or something else. Regardless of the cause, however, we’ll work to help restore your body’s balance, strength, and flexibility.
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Physical Therapy’s Approach to Alleviating Your Ankle Pain
Physical therapy at Renue Physical Therapy offers an evidence-based approach to finding relief from your ankle pain, with a focus on helping you to regain strength, mobility, and overall function. We provide treatments that work so you can see the results you’re looking for.
When you come in for your initial consultation, our expert physical therapists will perform a comprehensive assessment. We’ll discuss your medical history and symptoms and conduct a hands-on physical evaluation that examines your strength, range of motion, gait patterns, and more.
Once we have a complete picture of your needs, we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan based on your condition, symptoms, and rehabilitation goals. While our treatment programs will vary, you can expect them to include one or more of the following:
Manual Therapy
Manual Therapy is a hands-on technique that involves the physical therapist applying pressure and mobilization to the affected joint, muscles, and soft tissue to reduce pain, increase range of motion, and improve flexibility.
Therapeutic Exercises
We’ll design customized exercises to target specific muscle groups, enhancing strength, flexibility, and endurance. These exercises also aid in the recovery of your ankle by promoting blood flow and reducing inflammation.
Balance and Proprioceptive Training
Improving your balance and proprioception (the awareness of your body’s position in space) is crucial for preventing future injuries and restoring optimal function. Our physical therapists will guide you through exercises to help improve these essential skills.
Gait Retraining
Our therapists will analyze your walking patterns to identify any abnormalities that may be contributing to your ankle pain. We’ll then provide specific exercises and lifestyle modifications to correct any gait impairments, helping to minimize discomfort.
Modalities
Depending on your needs, we may also use various modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and cold or heat therapy to alleviate pain, minimize inflammation, and facilitate the healing process.
At Renue Physical Therapy, our dedicated physical therapists know you want to return to the activities you love. With our results-oriented approach, we’ll ensure your recovery is swift, efficient, and long-lasting.
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