Grade the injury
How badly the ligament is damaged, and whether anything else is involved.
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Rolled an ankle, twisted a knee or jarred a wrist? Early hands-on treatment and the right treatment & rehab help you recover faster and stop it happening again.
Pain, swelling and bruising around a joint
Difficulty putting weight through it or using it
The joint feels loose or keeps giving way
Stiffness weeks after the injury
A sprain is a stretch or tear of a ligament, the strong bands that hold a joint together. Ankles, knees and wrists are most common, usually from a twist, fall or awkward landing.
Many sprains are under-treated. Without proper treatment and rehab a joint can stay weak and unstable, which is why the same ankle often goes again.
How badly the ligament is damaged, and whether anything else is involved.
Managing swelling and pain with soft tissue work, taping and gentle mobilisation.
Strength, balance and sport-specific work so the joint becomes stable again.
Do I need a referral from my GP?
No. You can book directly. If I think you need a scan or a GP's opinion, I'll tell you.
Will my health insurance cover it?
Most major insurers don't cover sports therapy, but some smaller providers that cover alternative therapies will refund your fees. Check with your insurer.
What should I wear?
No specific clothing is required
A rough description is plenty. I'll get back to you as soon as I'm out of clinic.
