Ankle Sprain Treatment

An ankle sprain occurs when the ligaments supporting your ankle stretch or tear, usually from rolling, twisting, or landing awkwardly on your foot.

Sprains are graded from mild (Grade I) to severe (Grade III), with most being Grade I or II. While it's tempting to just rest and hope it heals, proper physical therapy is crucial to prevent chronic ankle instability and future sprains.

Common symptoms include: Pain and tenderness around the ankle, swelling and bruising, limited range of motion, instability or feeling like your ankle might give out, and difficulty bearing weight or walking.

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Our treatment approach: We start with reducing pain and swelling through ice, elevation, and gentle movement. As healing progresses, we focus on restoring your range of motion, rebuilding strength in your ankle and surrounding muscles, and improving balance to prevent re-injury. Balance training is especially important—people who skip this step are much more likely to sprain their ankle again. Most mild to moderate sprains heal within 4-8 weeks with proper rehabilitation.