We did not find Ankle sprain that does not heal in Barranquilla, Colombia

When is a sprain considered not to be improving?

When after six to eight weeks, even with rehab, pain, swelling, a feeling of instability or repeated sprains persist. It is common and there is almost always an identifiable cause.

What might be going on?

A cartilage injury of the talus, a small fracture missed on the first X-ray, peroneal tendon injury, injury to the ligaments joining the tibia and fibula (high ankle sprain), impingement from scar tissue, instability from ligaments left loose, or incomplete rehabilitation.

Which tests are ordered?

A foot and ankle orthopedist does a detailed exam and may order weight-bearing X-rays, ultrasound of tendons and ligaments, or MRI, which is most useful for seeing cartilage and hidden injuries.

How is it treated?

Depending on the cause: completing well-guided rehab with emphasis on balance, temporary immobilization in some cases, injections or specific tendon treatments, and surgery, such as arthroscopy for cartilage or impingement, or ligament reconstruction for instability.

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