Symptoms of ankle sprain are-
1. Mild to moderate pain
2. Swelling
3. Bruising
4. Difficulty in weight bearing
Causes of sprained ankle-
1. Overstretching of ligaments
2. Direct Impact to ankle
3. Twisting or rolling of ankle joint
Grades of Ankle Sprain-
1. Grade 1- Ligaments are torn microscopically, Symptoms include mild pain and swelling
2. Grade 2- Ligaments are torn partially. Symptoms include moderate pain, swelling and instability of ankle joint.
3. Grade 3- Ligaments are torn completely. Symptoms include severe pain and severe instability of joint.
Treatment of Ankle Sprain in PhysioNautics-
1. Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation
2. Pain Management- Electrotherapy modalities, CRET Therapy, Laser Therapy, Shockwave Therapy, IFT, etc.
3. Exercise Therapy- Strengthening and stretching exercises.
4. Balance Training- Balance and coordination exercises.
5. Range Of Motion Exercises.
