Why Do I Keep Rolling my Ankle?

Why do I keep rolling my ankle?

Experiencing repeated ankle rolling, or recurrent ankle sprains, is a common issue individuals experience that can lead to chronic ankle instability. Ankle injuries can be frustrating, especially when it happens repeatedly, with 20% of individuals who develop acute ankle sprains developing chronic ankle instability. If you are wondering ‘Why do I keep rolling my ankle?’ let’s explore the common causes as to why you keep rolling your ankle, and what the solutions are to solve it.

WHAT CAUSES REPEATED ANKLE ROLLING?

Weak Ligaments and Muscles

Repeated ankle sprains can weaken the ligaments, leaving your ankle less stable and more prone to future injuries. Muscle imbalances or weak stabilising muscles can also contribute to instability.

Poor Proprioception

Proprioception is your body’s ability to sense its position in space. When the sense is impaired, it can lead to reactions and difficulty maintaining balance, especially in sporting events requiring running, jumping or directional changes.

Previous Injuries

A history of ankle sprains can result in scar tissue and reduced range of motion, increasing the risk of recurrence

HOW DO I STOP ROLLING MY ANKLE?

Chiro Treatment

Chiropractic care can help restore function in your ankle and foot. Here at Fortitude Chiropractic, we explore the specific reasons as to why you keep rolling your ankle, and provide a multi-modal approach to your care.

You can expect treatment modalities such as adjustments to help restore range of motion and reduce discomfort, and provide relevant education, advice, biomechanical differences and how to self-manage. We will also provide targeted exercises specific to each individual to help restore strength, proprioception and overall functionality to ensure the occurrence of ankle rolling is reduced.

Taping and Bracing

Taping and bracing provide additional support and stability, especially during high-risk activities like sports such as dancing, AFL, soccer and basketball. Taping or wearing a brace can protect your ankle while you build strength and regain confidence in your ankle’s stability.

Let’s sort your ankle issues out today!

By understanding the root causes and taking proactive steps to address them, we can help break the cycle of repeated ankle injuries.

Book online here or call (08) 6184 8835 and start the journey on creating a strong, stable and healthy ankle.

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