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Ankle sprains are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries. In fact, research shows that nearly 80% of people will experience an ankle sprain at some point in their lives. The good news is that physiotherapy is highly effective in treating most ankle sprains.
An ankle sprain is a ligament injury. Ligaments are soft tissues that connect bones and provide stability to joints, along with supporting muscles.
There are three primary types of ankle sprains
This is the most common. It occurs when the foot rolls inward, typically causing pain and swelling on the outside of the ankle.
It happens when the foot rolls outward, stretching or tearing the stronger medial ligaments.
This injury affects the ligaments connecting the two bones, the tibia and fibula. High ankle sprains are more complex and typically occur in high-impact sports like football, soccer, and rugby.
Symptoms vary depending on the severity of the injury, but common signs include:
Physiotherapy typically begins with:
The greatest risk factor for a new ankle sprain is a history of a previous sprain. Preventative strategies include:
If you think you’ve suffered an ankle sprain, our team of experienced clinicians can design a customized treatment plan tailored to your injury and recovery goals. We’ll guide you through every phase of healing, from pain relief to full return to activity—safely and confidently.
Dr. Girinivasan Chellamuthu is an accomplished orthopaedic surgeon specialising in Sports Surgeries, Upper Limb Surgeries and Complex Trauma Cases. Renowned for his patient-centred approach, he is deeply invested in advancing regenerative orthopaedic solutions and translational research to enhance outcomes and patient care.
Dr. Girinivasan Chellamuthu is an accomplished orthopaedic surgeon specialising in Sports Surgeries, Upper Limb Surgeries and Complex Trauma Cases. Renowned for his patient-centred approach, he is deeply invested in advancing regenerative orthopaedic solutions and translational research to enhance outcomes and patient care.
