Sprained ankles are incredibly common in athletics, and when an athlete suffers a sprained ankle, one of the first thoughts that races through their mind is in regards to when they can get back on the field or court. Whether it is because they are a relentless competitor or because they feel like their absence […]
Why Do I Keep Rolling My Ankle?
Sprained or rolled ankles are one of if not the most common injury that athletes suffer on a regular basis, but you don’t have to be an elite athlete to know the pain of a sprained ankle. Many people roll their ankles in much less intense activity, as simply stepping on an uneven part of […]
High Ankle Sprain: Diagnosis, Treatment and Rehabilitation – The Jose Reyes Case
Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Jose Reyes is expected to be out for the next three months after severely spraining his left ankle while sliding into second base. As you can see in the video below, Reyes suffered the injury while attempting to steal second base. It appears as though he thought he could make it […]
New Basketball Shoe May Limit Ankle Sprains
Ankle injuries are common for athletes, but a New York doctor hopes to prevent future injuries through the development of a new basketball shoe. Tired of seeing athletes come into his office with injured ankles, orthopedic radiologist Dr. Barry Katz decided to create a pair of basketball shoes that would provide better ankle support. Katz […]
Lisfranc injuries continue to plague NFL players
This NFL season has been one of the more entertaining years in recent memory, but it might soon be remembered for the rash of Lisfranc injuries suffered by some of its stars. Over the course of the season, some big names have been sidelined because of Lisfranc injuries. Santonio Holmes, Cedric Benson, and Ryan Kalil […]