ANKLE SPRAINS

PODIATRY, FOOT & ANKLE SPECIALIST

LOCATED IN MANSFIELD, TX & FORT WORTH, TX

ANKLE SPRAINS SERVICES

OFFERED IN MANSFIELD, TX & FORT WORTH, TX

Twisting, tearing, or overstretching one or more of the ligaments in your ankle can result in an ankle sprain. If you sustain an ankle injury, expert podiatrist Bryan Molen, DPM, provides pain-relieving treatments to aid in your recovery and complete healing from the sprain. Call his office in Mansfield, TX, or Fort Worth, TX, or schedule an appointment online today.

ANKLE SPRAINS Q & A

What are ankle sprains?

Ankle sprains are injuries to the connective ligaments of your ankle. Although the ligaments in your ankle are resilient and effectively hold the bones of your ankle joint together, they can still be susceptible if subjected to excessive force. While the ligaments can stretch and return to their original position, certain movements that involve twisting or rolling the ankle can lead to an injury.

You may develop an ankle sprain if you:

  • Miss a step on a set of stairs

  • Slip and fall

  • Suffer an injury when someone lands on your foot

Ankle sprains are particularly common in sports due to the strain placed on the joints during vigorous physical activities. Such injuries are also more likely to occur when walking or running on uneven surfaces or wearing unsupportive footwear.

How do I know if I sprained my ankle?

Patients can often identify if they have sprained their ankle based on the symptoms they experience. Ankle sprains commonly result in:

  • Swelling

  • Tenderness

  • Redness

  • Bruising

  • Weakness in the ankle

  • Instability

  • Difficulty putting weight on the injured foot

Ankle sprains exhibit similar symptoms to fractured bones, so it is crucial to visit Pryme Foot & Ankle Center to undergo foot X-rays or ultrasounds, allowing Dr. Molen to accurately diagnose your injury and initiate the appropriate treatment plan.

What is the treatment for ankle sprains?

The treatment plan for your ankle sprain depends on the severity of your symptoms. Dr. Molen may recommend the following treatments:

  • Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)

  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

  • Stabilization using a cast, brace, or splint

  • Physical therapy

  • Laser therapy

Dr. Molen can refer you to a physical therapist who can help restore flexibility, strength, balance, and range of motion in your ankle. In cases of severe ankle instability or complete ligament tear, surgery may be suggested as a last resort.

To discover the most effective approach to recover from ankle sprains, call our office or schedule an appointment online today.

HOURS- Mansfield

Mon 9am - 5pm

Tues 9am - 5pm

Wed @ Fort Worth Office

Thur 9am - 5pm

Fri Surgery

Hours - Fort Worth

Mon @ Mansfield Office

Tues @ Mansfield Office

Wed 9am - 5pm

Thur @ Mansfield Office

Fri Surgery

MANSFIELD

305 Regency Parkway Suite 801

Mansfield, TX 76063

(682) 223-2400 - PHONE

(682) 207-6612 - FAX

FORT WORTH

6620 Bryant Irvin, Suite 100

Fort Worth, TX 76132

(682) 337-9009 - PHONE

(682) 207-6612 -FAX