A new study published in the Annals of Emergency Medicine took a closer look at which states dole out the most prescription painkillers for ankle sprains and which ones are more likely to rely on other treatment methods. Considering that opioid overdoses kill roughly 90 Americans a day, it seems like it would be a […]
How Effective Is Ankle Taping For Preventing Foot Injuries?
In theory, taping your ankles seems like a good way to help stabilize the ankle and limit range of motion, which in turn can help prevent against ankle sprains during athletic activity. But just how effective is ankle taping at preventing foot injuries? Interestingly, there’s no clear answer, because medical experts can’t agree one way […]
Why Do I Keep Rolling My Ankle?
Do you roll your ankle frequently? Do your friends call you “glass ankles?” If so, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans have one or two weak ankles which leaves them susceptible to rolls or sprains. Thankfully, there are plenty of things you can do strengthen your ankles and prevent them from rolling. Why Do My […]
5 Injuries Brought On By Ignoring Ankle Sprains
Statistics suggest that roughly 25,000 people suffer an ankle sprain each day. Some of these sprains are minor, others are mild, and some are severe. Whatever type of ankle sprain you suffer demands attention and appropriate care, but too often people try to push through their discomfort or simply ignore it and get on with […]
How Ankle Sprains Stick With You For Life
The vast majority of Americans have sprained or broken their ankle at some point in their life, and new research suggests that these injuries may have some hidden health effects long after the injury appears to have healed. For their study, researchers surveyed thousands of adults about their overall health and history of ankle sprains. […]
