Ankle Sprains: What Matters & What To Do Next
Ankle Sprains: What Matters & What To Do Next
Ankle sprains are common in running and field sports—usually after a misstep, awkward landing, or contact. Most settle well with the right early decisions and a progressive, criteria-based plan rather than just “rest and hope.”
When to get it checked
Pain or swelling that stops you training or keeps returning
Feeling of the ankle giving way or instability
Bone tenderness at the malleoli, base of 5th metatarsal, or navicular (rule-out fracture)
Recurrent sprains or slow progress after “RICE”
How I help
As a chartered physiotherapist, I’ll:
Identify which ligaments and movements are involved
Check balance, strength, and movement control relevant to your sport
Map a clear path back to running, cutting, and match play—without skipping the steps that prevent re-injury
What to expect in your first session
A focused assessment (injury history, swelling, ligament tests, balance/control)
A simple starting plan to settle symptoms and regain confident weight-bearing
Guidance on when to progress running, change of direction, and training minutes
A personalised return-to-play roadmap that fits your schedule
Common pitfalls to avoid
Rushing back to sport without restoring strength and balance
Wearing a brace but never addressing underlying control
Ignoring next-day swelling or “giving way” episodes
Ready to get back on your feet?
Book an assessment and we’ll build a plan that gets you moving now—while protecting you long-term.