Ankle Care

Ankle injuries are one of the most commonly injured joints in the human body. Unfortunately, due to how common they are, people often fail to give injuries to this part of the body the attention it deserves. 

This lack of attention is detrimental, as roughly 40 percent of people who sustain an ankle sprain can go on to develop instability issues even up to 12 months after the original injury. 

Additionally, ankle injuries can often contribute to secondary problems to other structures in the ankle. Even other parts of the body can be impacted, as the ankle is an important component of the kinetic chain. It is not uncommon to see patients with a history of ankle injuries have a pattern of weakness through the entire leg. Due to this, a common mantra amongst physiotherapists is "It is never JUST an ankle sprain!"

Our approach to managing ankle injuries at Top Performance Physio Chatswood is holistic, as we endeavour to get your ankle strong and mobile as quickly as possible. We also incorporate additional strengthening to prevent muscle atrophy at other parts of the body. This ensures a smoother transition back to your sport or activity. 

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