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  • Ankle surgery: When and why is it necessary?

    Ankle injuries, especially for athletes, are very common. In the United States, approximately two million acute ankle sprains occur each year. Surgery isn’t usually necessary for many ankle problems…

  • Sprained ankle: 8 steps for strengthening

    Strengthening exercises after a joint injury such as a sprained ankle can help athletes move away from taping or bracing every day to provide support, reduce risk of reinjury…

  • Four steps to ankle injury recovery

    When an ankle sprain occurs, the first step towards recovery is first-aid treatment using M.I.C.E., a series of treatments that include motion, ice, compression and elevation designed to reduce swelling in the ankle.…

  • Proper fitting hiking footwear prevents foot and ankle pain

    Proper fitting hiking footwear is crucial to prevent foot and ankle pain. Foot or ankle pain can occur because of a pre-existing condition, poor fitting footwear or inappropriate preparation. The…

  • Video: Ankle exercises to relieve arthritis pain

    The final video in our four-part series shows exercises targeting arthritis pain in your ankles. Get the printable guide for these exercises. Range of motion exercises for ankles Ankle…

  • What’s the science behind taping and bracing?

    Taping and bracing affect the body’s balance system. Your body keeps its balance using your eyes, inner ear and nerves.

  • RICE or MICE? Treating strains and sprains

    RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevation. MICE: motion, ice, compression, elevation. How can two acronyms to treat a sprain or strain start with complete opposite steps – rest versus motion?…

  • Summer spoilers: 7 common summer sports injuries

    Summer is perfect for outside sports with family and friends at home, in the park or on the water, or for summer league or sports camps. Summertime is also…

  • Gymnastics injuries often happen slowly from overuse

    Gymnastics is a physically and mentally demanding sport. It requires strength, coordination and concentration. Besides improving strength and flexibility, gymnastics teaches athletes to excel individually and as part of…