Ankle Injury Management Ahead Of The Champions League Last 8
Last night saw the first instalment of the quarter finals in what was a wonderful spectacle of the sport for the neutral fan. With so much at stake it was non-stop action as Europe's elite battled for glory.
Bayern Munich had a lot to do in overcoming a 3-1 deficit against Porto from the first leg but responded in true Guardiola fashion with an emphatic 6-1 victory on the night to take the tie 7-4 on aggregate.
Barcelona had the upper hand against PSG from the first leg and on home soil it appeared to everyone to be a forgone conclusion, which was the case in the end with Barcelona winning 2-0 on the night and 5-1 on aggregate. It shows that despite having a billionaire owner you can't buy success against the biggest and the best.
Tonight we will get to see Monaco take on Juventus and Real Madrid take on Athletico Madrid in a repeat of last year's final and following the 0-0 draw in the first leg there is everything to play for.
The key to success at this level is having the strongest team on the pitch, with some injuries more common than others.
Sprained ankles
A sprained ankle is the most common ankle injury sustained, both in and out of sport, accounting for over 1.5 million A&E admissions every year with the NHS. Typically this type of injury is caused where there is a sudden and unnatural movement of the ankle which stretches the ligaments beyond their normal range of motion.
It is this stretching or tearing of the ligaments which results in swelling and inflammation and affects your overall mobility. The condition itself is largely self-limiting in that it will typically heal following a period of rest. Ice can also been used to help manage inflammation as well as the use of a compression based ankle support to again help with inflammation and reduce pain levels.
Ankle ligament damage
The ligaments within the joint are responsible for stabilisation, so any damage here can compromise your mobility. There are varying degrees of ligament damage severity from a minor tear to a complete rupture which can be the difference between a few days rest to surgery and being off your feet for a couple of months.
For minor ligament damage rest is important but the use of a ligament ankle support can also help, with the straps acting as external ligaments to offer a greater level of support. These products also offer compression to help manage inflammation as a result of the injury.
What can offer support for the ankle?
There are a variety of ankle support products on the market, all designed to manage specific conditions. If you are unsure as to which option offers the best support for the ankle then you should speak with a clinician.
Options of products include compression sleeves, ligament braces and rigid ankle braces, with varying designs depending on the nature of the activity you may wish to undertake.
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Dave Regis discusses the need to offer support for the ankle http://www.ossurwebshop.co.uk/categories/braces-%26-supports/foot-%26-ankle-support/ following injury as part of your overall recovery, including rest, physiotherapy and the use of an ankle support to offer stabilisation and compression.
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