Would you like to know more about rehabilitation after an ankle sprain? Read more on this page or make an appointment with one of our fysiotherapists.
The course of treatment after an ankle sprain is highly dependent on the severity of the sprain and the structures involved. Read more on this page.
Have you had an ankle sprain (sprained ankle)? Make an appointment here.
Have you sprained your ankle or do you suffer from your ankle after a step? Have this quickly done by one of our fysioevaluate therapists. The sooner you start with fysiotherapy, the faster you can achieve your (sports) goals. The moment you start later with fysiotherapy, there is a risk of ankle stiffness and a longer rehabilitation.
After an ankle sprain, the ankle often becomes swollen and painful within minutes. When you can no longer stand on the foot / ankle, it is advised to take an X-ray to rule out a fracture.
After an ankle sprain, you can start immediately fysiotherapy. In the first instance, the focus is on reducing pain and swelling by means of cooling and, if necessary, taping, in order to restore the mobility of the ankle. Subsequently, strength, coordination and balance will have to be restored before sports can be started. specific training and sport resumption.
Your rehabilitation is specifically aimed at the goals you set yourself. The first phase is about getting the pain and swelling under control and improving the mobility of the ankle. After that, the load capacity of the ankle must be optimized. Finally, there is sport-specific training.
During the intake, your ankle problem will be mapped out on the basis of an interview and a physical examination.
After the intake, a treatment plan is drawn up and discussed. It tells you what the best treatment is for you.
If you have ankle complaints, you will be treated according to one of our care plans. The care plan has been specially developed for ankle complaints after a sprain and shows good results.
Tests are taken at fixed times and questionnaires are completed to monitor your rehabilitation. The outcome is evaluated and the treatment plan adjusted if necessary.
After the intake, it may be decided to make an ultrasound of your ankle to assess whether there is damage to the ankle ligaments or the tendons and muscles that control the ankle. Manual therapy and/or taping may also be considered. Exercise therapy is often the obvious treatment strategy.
If your complaint is not listed on our site, please contact us. Based on a conversation and physical examination, assess what may be the matter. Then we can draw up a plan of action with you.
You can reach us by phone or email via the telephone number or registration form below. Clearly state the complaint. Then we make an appointment with a specialist fysiotherapist.
