Most of us have at least one foot or ankle injury that we’ve had to deal with in our lifetime. Wearing the wrong shoes, standing for too long on hard floors, or just being more prone to injuries can all lead to some type of foot or ankle pain. If you are looking for ways to prevent these common foot and ankle injuries from happening again, then below shows how to prevent it:
If you’ve been inactive for a long time, starting slow is the best way to prepare your body for an active lifestyle. Whether that means walking around your neighborhood or running on a treadmill, we must start slowly and gradually increase our activity levels over time. Foot and ankle injuries can happen when we push ourselves too hard- so it’s important to start slowly.
Foot and ankle injuries can be caused by footwear that’s not supportive, fitted incorrectly, or doesn’t provide enough cushion. Wearing the wrong shoes for your feet will only cause areas of high impact to receive more force than they should- which could lead to an injury such as a sprained ankle.
Foot and ankle injuries are commonly caused by the impact on the ground, you must take precautions to prevent this from happening. Foot and ankle sprains can happen when playing sports if they strike another person or object on accident.
Listening to your body is crucial. If you experience pain while active or lingering, take a break from what’s causing the discomfort and let an expert help. Pushing through any kind of physical torment can lead to only to one place – injury with possible future implications for health; it takes careful consideration before diving back in again if something feels wrong.
If you’re at work, standing for long periods can put a lot of strain on your feet. Foot and ankle injuries are more likely to happen when we stand or walk around on hard surfaces for extended periods so we must give our bodies the most comfortable experience possible; especially if they’ve been inactive for some time.
It’s not always easy to know if you’re injuring your feet or ankles. Some common warning signs include pain, inflammation, and swelling in the area. The good news is that there are ways to prevent these injuries from happening. There are many things we may not think about doing every day but could help reduce our risk for foot and ankle injury. Get in touch today and let us know how we can help.
Injuries to the foot and ankle are among one of the most frequently occurring musculoskeletal injuries. The ankle can be injured doing fairly simple tasks such as walking on uneven surfaces, but it’s usually more severe when people play sports; sprains or fractures often result from these activities. Dr. Stephen Chen is a specialist in treating foot and ankle injuries for athletes and active adults throughout the San Francisco East Bay Area. He provided sideline coverage for NCAA Division I athletics at the University of Cincinnati and Miami University (OH). Since graduating, Dr. Chen has continued his love of sports coverage by volunteering for the San Francisco Marathon, the San Francisco Giant Race, and as the team physician for Northgate High School in Walnut Creek. Being a part of The Center for Sports Medicine allows Dr. Chen quick access to a multidisciplinary team of orthopedic surgeons, podiatrists, physiatrists, and physical therapists to return you to your highest functional level quickly and safely. Click here to contact us for your next appointment!
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