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Summer, A Season For Ankle Sprains

8/13/2020

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The long days and warm weather of summer foster the urge for physical activity in many people. While this can be great for both physical and mental health, you must remember that an increase in activity leads to an increased chance of sustaining an injury. At The Physical Therapy Experience, we know that the summer is a season filled with injuries like sprained ankles. If you require physical therapy in Kings Park as a result of sustaining an injury such as this, our team will be there to help.

What Is An Ankle Sprain?
Your ankle joint is a complex network of muscles, ligaments, tendons, and bones that all work together to allow for motion. When a large enough force is placed on the ankle, it can lead to your ligaments being forced outside of their normal range of motion, causing a sprain. Proper treatment is needed for this injury to prevent it from recurring, physical therapy near Kings Park can do just that.  

Symptoms To Watch For  
Trying to walk around with an ankle sprain can be difficult or next to impossible. It will also extend the time you spend injured. To avoid this from happening, reach out to our team if you’ve developed the below symptoms:
  • Experiencing a popping sensation at the time of injury.
  • The ankle joint is tender to the touch.
  • Joint instability.
  • Bruising, swelling, or pain around the ankle.
  • Limited mobility.
  • Inability to bear weight.

Risk Factors
Ankle sprains can take place during any season. However, there tends to be an uptick of this type of injury in the summer months. Our team at The Physical Therapy Experience warns there are several reasons for this. Some examples of common risk factors that lead to ankle sprains include:
  • Trying to run on uneven surfaces.
  • Participating in sports that involved sudden cutting, jumping, or twisting.
  • Pushing yourself too hard when you’re in poor physical condition.
  • Wearing improper footwear when being physically active.

Physical Therapy Near Kings Park
If you’ve suffered from an ankle sprain this summer, seeking out the right treatment is imperative. Fortunately, our team offers the physical therapy near Kings Park you need to make a full recovery. Through the use of therapeutic stretches and strengthening exercises, regaining the full functionality of the ankle is possible.  

The Physical Therapy Experience
Nobody should be forced to suffer through the summer with ankle pain. After sustaining an ankle sprain, our team at The Physical Therapy Experience should be your first call. We’ll provide you with physical therapy near Kings Park to help get you back to full strength. Contact us today to schedule your much-needed appointment. 
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