Ligament injuries, such as ankle sprains, occur when a joint is twisted, overstretched as a result of a sudden force.

They can cause pain, swelling, bruising, stiffness and difficulty putting weight through the affected area.

 

Once a joint is sprained it is likely to be sprained again, this is because the positional receptors in your ligaments have moved and find it difficult to know where they are.

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An osteopath manage the injury via the surrounding muscles and joints. Treatment may include gentle hands-on techniques, advice on activity and recovery, and exercises to gradually restore mobility, strength, balance, and confidence.

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Future proofing your joint usually requires some work on your part with guided exercises to help retrain the surrounding tissues for strength and stability.