Indirect And Soft Tissue Injury Management from Surfing
Second Degree Sprained Ankle: Musculoskeletal injury in which the ligaments of the ankle partially or completely tear due to sudden stretching. This occurs when the ankle is suddenly 'twisted' in a sports activity or by stepping of an eleven surface. The pain is initially severe and can be associated with a 'popping' sensation. Immediate swelling over the area of injury often occurs as the injured blood vessels leak fluid into the local tissue. Partial tears retain some ankle stability, whereas complete tears lose stability because the strapping ligaments no longer brace the ankle joint. This is a fairly common injury in surfing, and this is a guide on how to approach correct methods and techniques, such as immediate management, rehabilitation procedures, graduated exercise, training, heat and cold and return to play will help with the outcome of your sprained ankle.