Ankle sprains and chiropractic

Ankle sprains and chiropractic, ankle sprains and chiropractic can be a viable treatment option for chronic sprain injuries that never heal properly. Once a foot injury occurs the tendency to reinjure it is high if the individual has either bad foot wear or poor gait mechanics in their walk. Frequently, many individuals are subject to excessive foot pronation in which the heel rotates to the outside with each step taken. This often results in misalignments of the bones of the foot and can set the person up for a reinjure of the ligaments and tendons which support the lateral or medial malleolus also known  as the ankle. The danger is that over time such a problem pattern can also affect the hip and pelvis. The approach to ankle sprains and chiropractic is quite simple. If misalignments in the ankle bones are present these frequently corrected with a series of chiropractic adjustments to bring the foot back into proper alignment. Since most chiropractors are skilled in sports medicine the use adjacent therapies such as ultra sound or cold laser can be quite helpful. A short course of taking calcium with magnesium can also speed the healing process along as it gives the tissues the extra nutrition it needs to help heal. Home treatments such as ice and heat can help the injured area. Elevation is also helpful if you are in an acute phase of the injury. Lastly follow your doctor’s recommendation and try and stay off of it. Don’t worry the office won’t go to pot without you and you will be back in the saddle in no time.