How Long Will A Mild Ankle Sprain Hurt?
Learn sprained ankle healing time for grade 1 and grade 2 sprains. Get expert tips for faster recovery and when to seek physical therapy.
Why Does My Ankle Hurt With No Injury?
Wondering why your ankle hurts even though you haven’t injured it? Learn the causes of unexplained ankle pain and when to see a physical therapist for relief.
How Long Does a Sprained Ankle Take to Heal?
Discover how long different types of ankle sprain take to heal. Learn practical tips and treatments to speed up your recovery.
Stiff ankles in the morning: 5 common causes and treatments that can help
Waking up to stiff ankles in the morning can make starting your day difficult. If you want to understand your body better, read on to learn about why you may be experiencing this discomfort and different ways PT can help treat your stiff ankles. Common causes There are a variety of causes for stiff ankles […]
How to Treat a High Ankle Sprain
If you follow sports headlines, you’ve probably heard of NFL stars or basketball players sidelined due to high ankle sprains. But this isn’t just a pro-athlete problem—anyone with an active lifestyle can be susceptible to this type of injury. Whether it’s a misstep on a hiking trail or a wrong landing during a pickup game […]
Medial/Inner Ankle Pain: Causes and Treatment in Grand Rapids
No matter what age you are, you can experience sudden ankle pain out of nowhere that really interrupts your day-to-day routine. It could just be that you recently rolled your ankle, which can heal on its own, but when sudden ankle pain continues cropping up after days or weeks, there might be something a little […]
When to See A Physical Therapist About Ankle Pain
People who enjoy an active lifestyle of exercise, sports, or hiking through our great outdoors can take having a pain-free stride for granted. Ankle pain can occur suddenly or gradually, resulting in acute or chronic conditions that make it difficult to maintain your lifestyle. Even when ankle pain is manageable, it’s always a sign that […]
6 reasons why your calcaneal tendon may hurt
The calcaneal tendon, also known as the Achilles tendon, is the largest, thickest and strongest tendon in the body. It is located at the back of the leg, just above the ankle. The calcaneal tendon connects the calf muscle to the heel bone and is essential for stability and shock absorption when: Walking Running Jumping […]
5 potential causes of Achilles tendon pain
Are you dealing with terrible pain in your ankle and the back of your heel? Achilles tendon pain most often occurs due to injury, and athletes are most likely to experience it. One study showed that Achilles disorders affect around 1 million athletes annually. These injuries are especially common if you participate in activities that […]
7 conditions that may be to blame for ankle pain when walking
Your ankles play a significant role in your everyday mobility, as they have to support your body weight for every movement. In fact, when you walk, your ankles can carry up to five times your body weight. So when you feel an ache in your ankle with every step, it can interfere with your overall […]
3 PT treatments for a sprained ankle that’s also causing knee pain
A sprained ankle can be painful and keep you from going about your usual routines at work, school or home. It may take several weeks or months to fully heal. If your knee starts hurting too, it might seem like the original sprain is getting worse. But don’t get too worried — it’s pretty common […]
The top 6 causes of knee and ankle pain
Knee pain and ankle pain are both common ailments. Often, they can occur simultaneously, leading to even more pain and discomfort. In fact, if you are dealing with ankle pain, you’re more likely to develop knee pain as well. When your body is in pain, it tries to compensate by relieving pressure on the affected […]