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Manage Pain From Ankle Sprains Today
Ankle sprains make up around 40% of all ankle injuries, highlighting their widespread occurrence. Studies suggest that a staggering 2 million ankle sprains take place annually, underscoring the commonality of this injury.
Experiencing an ankle sprain can be excruciating and incapacitating. The pain from the injury can make it difficult to bear weight on your foot, hindering your ability to walk, run, and even stand.
While minor ankle sprains typically resolve with time, they stand out as a common injury, with approximately 40% of individuals experiencing chronic issues post-injury. These persistent symptoms often encompass pain, instability, swelling, and recurrent sprains.
NextPain Care provides support for managing chronic pain from ankle sprains using our tailored pain management approach. Our methods aim to help reduce pain intensity while improving mobility and stability over time.
- Sleepless nights due to pain
- Leading a sedentary lifestyle
- Having difficulty moving about
- Improved sleep quality
- Increased physical activity
- Enhanced functionality
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What Causes Pain From Ankle Sprains?
Ankle sprains occur when the ligaments supporting the ankle joint are stretched or torn. This can happen from a sudden ankle twist during activities like running or sports, or from a forceful impact on the ankle. The intensity needed to trigger a sprain differs among individuals based on their fitness and age.
When the ligaments surrounding the ankle are stretched or torn, they can no longer provide proper support to the joint. This causes pain and tenderness, as well as swelling and bruising. Depending on the ankle sprain’s severity, it can also lead to decreased range of motion in the ankle and difficulty bearing weight on the joint.
People at higher risk of developing ankle sprains include athletes, people with poor balance, and those with a history of previous ankle sprains. Age is also a factor, as older people are less likely to have the flexibility or strength to support their weight during sudden movements that can lead to sprains.
The NextPain Care Approach For Pain From Ankle Sprains
At NextPain Care, we are dedicated to delivering personalized pain management for ankle sprains through proven clinical approaches. Guided by empathy, positivity, authenticity, and innovation, we adhere to evidence-based practices established by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Medical Association (AMA).
Our comprehensive approach starts with minimally invasive treatments to provide effective pain relief with minimal disruption to daily life. If these initial methods are insufficient, we can explore advanced treatment options, ensuring a seamless continuum of care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Our treatment options include:
Mindfulness and Meditation for Chronic Pain
Mindfulness and meditation can be highly effective for managing chronic pain, including the pain associated with ankle sprains. These practices involve focusing the mind on the present moment and accepting pain without judgment.
This mental approach can reduce the perception of pain, improve coping skills, and lower stress levels. By promoting relaxation and mental resilience, mindfulness and meditation can complement other treatments, providing a holistic approach to pain management.
Physical therapy is a cornerstone in the treatment of ankle sprains. It involves tailored exercises and manual techniques to restore mobility, strength, and function to the injured area. Therapists may use a combination of stretching, strengthening exercises, balance training, and proprioceptive techniques to aid recovery.
By addressing the root cause of the pain and promoting proper healing, physical therapy helps patients regain normal movement patterns and prevent future injuries, enhancing overall recovery outcomes.
A nerve block involves injecting an anesthetic near specific nerves to temporarily interrupt pain signals. For ankle sprains, this procedure can provide immediate relief from severe pain, allowing patients to engage more effectively in rehabilitation and physical therapy.
The relief provided by a nerve block can facilitate healing activities and improve quality of life during the acute phase of injury management.
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat from radio waves to disrupt nerve function and reduce pain signals from the affected area.
At NextPain Care, we use RFA for chronic pain resulting from severe ankle sprains when other treatments have not provided sufficient relief. This procedure targets specific nerves and can diminish pain signal transmission for several months, offering significant relief.
Corticosteroid joint injections involve the administration of corticosteroids directly into the inflamed area around the ankle. These injections can significantly reduce inflammation and pain, allowing patients to participate more fully in physical therapy and other rehabilitation activities.
The anti-inflammatory effects can last from several weeks to a few months, offering a period during which the patient can focus on recovery and strengthening exercises with reduced pain.
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