Ankle Sprains
An ankle sprain can quickly disrupt your daily routine or active lifestyle, making even simple movements painful and uncertain. At Pomona Valley Podiatry, Dr. Brian O’Neill provides a thorough evaluation to accurately diagnose ligament injuries and determine their severity. His goal is to reduce pain, restore stability, and help you return to normal activity safely and confidently.
What are Ankle Sprains?
A foot or ankle sprain is an injury to the ligaments that support the bones of the foot and ankle, typically caused by twisting, rolling, or sudden impact. Clinically, it involves partial or complete tearing of one or more stabilizing ligaments due to excessive inversion (when the foot turns inward), eversion (when the foot turns outward), or rotational forces beyond the joint’s normal range of motion. Symptoms often include pain, swelling, bruising, tenderness, limited range of motion, and difficulty bearing weight, with more severe cases sometimes causing instability or a feeling that the ankle may “give out.”
Common symptoms of Ankle Sprains
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- Pain is often immediate, especially when putting weight on it
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- Swelling around the ankle
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- Bruising or discoloration
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- Tenderness when you touch the area
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- Limited range of motion or stiffness
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- Instability (feels like the ankle might “give out”)
How We Treat Ankle Sprains
A foot or ankle sprain is diagnosed through a detailed review of the injury, physical examination to assess stability and mobility, and imaging such as X-rays or advanced scans when needed to rule out fractures or significant ligament damage. Mild to moderate sprains are typically treated with (RICE) Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, supportive bracing, and gradual rehabilitation to restore strength and flexibility. More severe sprains may require immobilization, advanced imaging, and in some cases surgical repair followed by a structured recovery plan to ensure proper healing and prevent long-term instability.
Why choose
Pomona Valley Podiatry?
At Pomona Valley Podiatry, care for Ankle Sprains focuses on combining precise diagnosis with personalized treatment to support full recovery. Dr. Brian O’Neill understands how this condition can impact your mobility and quality of life, and he tailors each treatment plan to your individual needs and activity level. Whether through conservative therapies, guided rehabilitation, or advanced procedures when necessary, his approach is designed to restore function, improve stability, and help you move forward with confidence.