Definition A sprain (distortion) of the foot refers to an overstretching of the ligaments of the foot or the joint capsule of the ankle joints. The ligaments of the foot represent connections between the bones of the foot and those of the lower leg. Just like the joint capsule, they stabilize and secure the ankle … Sprained foot
Symptoms Immediately after a trauma that has led to a sprain in the foot, pain usually occurs. Although this is triggered particularly by movement of the foot and when stepping on the floor, it often persists even when at rest. Usually, within minutes after the sprain, a swelling occurs due to an injury to surrounding … Symptoms | Sprained foot
Therapy A sprained foot heals by itself. However, this process can be decisively supported and the healing time can be shortened. An important guideline for the initial treatment of a sprained ankle is the so-called PECH rule (P=Pause; E=Ice; C=Compression; H=High). Immediate cessation of the load on the foot immediately after the trauma is crucial … Therapy | Sprained foot
Prognosis In the case of a simple sprain without accompanying injuries such as fractures, the prognosis is very good and healing of the stretched ligaments usually takes only one to two weeks. However, the period of time until the foot is fully able to bear weight is considerably longer, since after healing has taken place, … Prognosis | Sprained foot
