Foot and Ankle | Sports Injuries
At JRSI, we specialize in treating the following injuries to the foot and ankle:
- Sprains
- Plantar Fasciitis
Sprains
A sprain is a stretch injury of the ligaments that support the ankle. The ligaments on the outside of the ankle are most commonly injured when the foot is turned inward on an awkward step. Initial care is the same as for all other acute injuries: RICE. Or Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. Use ice for 20 to 30 minutes each hour. Do not put the ice directly on the skin because it can cause frostbite. Wrap the ice in a wet towel or cloth to protect the skin.
Click here to find out more about ankle sprains and the methods used to treat them.
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is pain on the bottom of the heel that usually is felt on the first step out of bed in the morning or when walking again after resting from a walking or running activity. However, plantar fasciitis pain can, if it persists, soon be felt any time you are walking, running or jumping. Plantar fasciitis is thought to be caused by repetitive stretching of the tight bands of the plantar fascia which result in microtears in these bands as they arise from the heel.
Click here to find out more about plantar fasciitis and the methods we use to treat it.