Sports injuries Treated at Central Chiropractic and Physiotherapy Clinic, View our 3d animated models for various Back Pain injuries and conditions such as (1) Sciatica, (2) Degenerative disc, (3) Herniated disc, (4) Facet Joints, (5) Scoliosis, (6) Kyphosis and Posture, (7) Back Neck and Pain Decompression, (they can be found under the listing ”Types of Pain” in our “Back Pain” Section, 3d animated models are also available for the Neck,(TMJ. Whiplash) Shoulder,(Rotator Cuff Injury) Wrist, (Carpal Tunnel and RSI ) Hip and Heel Pain (Plantar fasciitis) and Injuries in their various named pain sections). For the management of Pain, here at Central Chiropractic and Physiotherapy Clinic we use the latest Low Level Lasers which accelerate the recovery and healing process, leading to a significant reduction in pain inflammation. A 5 star rating has been awarded to Low Level Laser Therapy, our laser section can be found listed under ”Pain Relief”, please also view our ”Low level Laser Testimonial Video”.
Ankle Syndesmosis Sprain. Ankle sprains. Anterior ankle impingement. Plantar fasciitis. Stress Fracture. Foot Stress Fracture. Navicular stress fracture. Fifth metatarsal stress fracture. Achilles tendon ruptures. Cold Laser Therapy accelerates the healing process and recovery.
Plantar fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis causes pain on the inner and underside of the heel. It may be worse first thing in the morning. It can affect every one old or young. Athlete’s, particularly suffer if it results from a partial tear of the plantar fascia, this the term used for plantar fasciitis which is a ’heel spur.
Treatment with Cold or Low Level Laser Therapy
Ankle Syndesmosis Sprain.
Syndesmosis sprains, are ’high ankle sprains they affect the ligament between the two shin bones, which are called the Tibia and Fibula. There is very little swelling on tenderness and for this reason they are difficult to diagnose. (View also our Cold/loe level Laser Therapy section for treatment))
Grade 1-2. Syndesmosis Sprains can last 5-10 weeks.
Grade 3. Syndesmosis Sprains may require surgery. The recovery period for these injuries is 4-6 months, less with Cold or low level laser therapy.
Ankle sprains
The ankle sprains are the most common ankle injury. Treatment with cold/low level laser therapy fast a recovery.
Foot stress fractures
Foot stress fractures are debilitating, the injuries can be severe, and require lengthy recover periods. The severest stress fractures in the foot are to the navicular and 5th metatarsal. They may require plaster or surgery; they have a very high rate of recurrence, treatment with cold/low level laser therapy for a quick recovery.
Navicular stress fracture
Navicular stress fractures are a running athlete’s nightmare. The navicular is a small bone at the top of the arch of the foot. It does not heal well. This is due in part to poor blood supply and mechanical load.
Treatment with Cold or low level laser therapy
Fifth metatarsal stress fracture.
These stress fractures is to the 5th metatarsal bone, on the outside of the foot. The bone develops the stress fracture at its base which is halfway down the outer side of the foot. Treatment with cold/low level laser therapy combined with rest will accelerate the recovery.
The Achilles tendon.
The Achilles tendon is the longest and thickest tendon in the body connecting the calf muscle group to the heel bone which is called calcaneus which can be found behind the ankle joint. These Injuries can be subdivided into partial tendon injuries, Tendonitis or partial tears and complete ruptures. Achilles tendon ruptures will require surgery. Achilles tendinopathy which means without rupture, can be subdivided into mid-substance or tendon injuries and insertional or tendon-bone junction injuries. Insertional injuries more than not involved calcification of the tendon
Treatment with Cold or low level laser therapy.
Achilles tendon rupture
Achilles tendon ruptures are renowned in sporting activity, with rapid acceleration movements can cause this injury.
Ankle posterior impingement
Ankle posterior impingement is common injury where the ankle is placed in full plantar (downwards) flexion. The impingement is caused by an extra bone called an os trigonum.
Treatment with Cold or Low level laser therapy or surgery.
Ankle cartilage injuries
An ankle sprain can lead to an injury to the ankle cartilage lining and may cause prolonged disability.
Anterior ankle impingement
Anterior ankle impingement this condition is very common in football players. The condition consists of bone spurs forming at the front of the ankle after repetitive sprains or contact injuries. Symptoms are pain at the front of the ankle and a limited range of forward movement which is called the dorsi-flexion of the ankle.
Treatment with Cold or low level laser therapy to aid recovery.
