Lateral/Medial Ankle Sprain (8 months and counting)

[LucyLexi]

I had my PT assessment this morning. I had the same PT as in January so she was able to compare with where we left off. Said its at least 50% better, less swollen, and less areas of pain (since everything was painful before). ROM was not limited except in one direction. A little too much range of motion (both feet) when pointing my toes down. Way too much ROM due to the lateral torn ligaments being over stretched. Started me on a few exercises with low reps and low resistance. Also did estim. Not too much pain during the session but the stabbing, random pain in my deltoid ligament was definitely increased for 3-4 hours after. She said I may have nerve impingemebt that's causing the pain in that area?

[marj]

I had my PT assessment this morning. I had the same PT as in January so she was able to compare with where we left off. Said its at least 50% better, less swollen, and less areas of pain (since everything was painful before). ROM was not limited except in one direction. A little too much range of motion (both feet) when pointing my toes down. Way too much ROM due to the lateral torn ligaments being over stretched. Started me on a few exercises with low reps and low resistance. Also did estim. Not too much pain during the session but the stabbing, random pain in my deltoid ligament was definitely increased for 3-4 hours after. She said I may have nerve impingemebt that's causing the pain in that area?

Sounds like you had a very severe injury. If surgery has not been recommended then try to be patient and stick it out with physio. TENS is sometimes effective for nerve pain and an be used at home. I suggest you ask your physio about it. Good luck.

[katebirks]

Hi Lucy

What stage are you at with the exercises? Have you considered acupuncture? If not it maybe worth asking your physio as i have used it on many patients with Medial and Lateral ankle sprains and after 3 sessions they have felt the benefit in pain reduction and increase range of movement.

Good Luck