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Expert Care for Ankle Sprain & Lateral Ankle Instability—Get Relief & Get Moving Again

If a Ankle Sprain & Lateral Ankle Instability is limiting your life, our specialists at Elite Ortho are here to help you recover faster with personalized treatment and compassionate care.

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Ankle Sprain & Lateral Ankle Instability

A sprain is a stretch or partial tearing of one or several ligaments. In the ankle this most commonly happens around the lateral ankle and results from an inward twisting motion.

Ankle Fractures
Signs You May Have a Ankle Sprain & Lateral Ankle Instability

Symptoms of an ankle sprain include tenderness, swelling, and stiffness. This is different than an ankle fracture in that the ankle is stable and only causes mild to moderate pain with walking. A more serious sprain may be painful to walk on. In severe ankle sprains, the ankle may give way or be too painful to walk on.

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Don’t Wait—Get Relief from Foot & Ankle Pain Today

Our orthopedic experts at Elite Ortho are here to help you regain comfort, strength, and confidence in your body. Whether you need a personalized recovery plan or advanced surgical care, we’ll guide you every step of the way—with compassion and skill.

Ankle Sprain

Evaluation & Treatment

How We Diagnose Ankle Sprain & Lateral Ankle Instability

Evaluation begins with a medical history, physical examination, and x-rays. A history of prior ankle injuries should be discussed. X-rays are done to rule out broken bones in the ankle or the foot.

Nonsurgical

Initial treatment is based on the extent of the injury. A majority of ankle sprains resolve with rest, ice, and elevation. A protective ankle brace or boot can help with reducing discomfort with walking. Physical therapy to strengthen the ankle ligaments and improve post injury proprioception is helpful for those who’s symptoms last longer than a few days. 

Surgical

Recurrent ankle instability that is not improved with therapy and bracing may benefit from ligament reconstruction. Reconstruction utilizes surrounding tissue to create stability in place of the torn ligament. After reconstruction surgery the ankle is protected in a cast or boot for 6 weeks and return to activity typically takes 3-4 months.

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Why Choose Elite Ortho?

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Board-Certified Surgeons

Nationally recognized, specialty-trained experts in orthopedic care.

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20+ Years of Experience

Every doctor brings over a decade of hands-on success.

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Advanced Orthopedic Technology

From nano arthroscopy to internal brace repair—we use the best tools available.

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Full-Spectrum Orthopedic Services

Surgical and non-surgical treatment for bones, joints, injuries, and pain.

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We treat every patient like family, with honesty and empathy.

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Meet Our Orthopedic Specialists

Our practice is home to a team of expertly trained surgical and sports medicine specialists who are dedicated to providing high quality evidence-based medical care in a private practice setting with a personal touch. Our doctors have trained at some of the most prestigious academic medical centers in the nation.

We treat all musculoskeletal conditions including, but not limited to, injuries related to sports, accidents, or work, injuries involving shoulders, hands, wrists, elbows, knees, hips, ankles, concussion as well as arthritis, and back problems.

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