Ankle Pain
Are you struggling with ankle discomfort that hinders your daily activities in Austin, TX? If so, Forever Forward Physical Therapy, led by Mark Denesha, PT, DPT, is here to help you find long-term solutions.
Perhaps you can relate to the following:
- You expected the discomfort to resolve on its own, but it persists.
- Home remedies like heating pads, ice, and TENS machines haven't provided relief.
- Massage sessions offered temporary relief, but the discomfort returned.
- Medical interventions like injections or medications provided short-lived relief.
- Previous attempts at physical therapy didn't yield the desired results.
- You've considered avoiding certain activities to manage the pain.
We understand your frustration and are committed to assisting you in finding lasting relief. At Forever Forward Physical Therapy, we specialize in treating common ankle conditions such as:
- Arthritis
- Ankle Sprain
- Posterior Tibial Tendinopathy
- Achilles Tendinopathy
The Most Common Causes of Ankle Discomfort:
- Impaired Mechanics: Joint stiffness or muscle inflexibility restricts range of motion, while weakness and muscle imbalance affect joint stability.
- Injuries: Sudden impacts or stress on tissues lead to injuries.
Chronic - Compensations: Prior injuries or fear of future harm can cause avoidance of certain exercises, leading to overuse of other tissues.
Our Forever Forward Physical Therapy Approach focuses on:
- Breaking the pain cycle through education, manual treatment, and enhancing tissue mobility.
- Improving joint, muscle, and nerve mechanics during daily activities and exercise.
- Strengthening tissues to withstand demands and prevent reinjury.
- Identifying and addressing upstream issues that may contribute to ankle pain.
Treatment Modalities for Ankle Conditions Include:
- Reducing tissue inflammation through bracing, taping, and massage.
- Increasing tissue mobility with instrument-assisted mobilization, cupping, dry needling, and stretching.
- Enhancing core, hip, and knee control to reduce abnormal ankle forces.
- Strengthening calf and ankle muscles.
- Restoring full range of motion and promoting joint health.
- Improving balance, single-limb control, and progressing functional activities.
- Enhancing aerobic/endurance conditioning and discussing footwear recommendations.
Key Concepts to Understand:
- Tissues heal, but sometimes need assistance transitioning from inflammation to recovery phases.
- Imaging results may not always correlate with pain or functional limitations.
- Soreness after exercise is normal and indicates tissue adaptation.
- With proper education, mechanics, and tissue loading, returning to desired activities is achievable.
Ready to find relief? Schedule a complimentary phone consultation with us at Forever Forward Physical Therapy in Austin, TX, and take the first step towards a pain-free life.
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