MVA Recovery – Healing Foot Injuries

by Liz Spahr | Dec 24, 2024 | Ankle Pain, Foot Pain, Rehabilitation

MVA recovery can take time to get your body back to full health. Especially when you consider how car accidents can result in a variety of injuries, including the feet and ankles.

Whether you’ve suffered a sprain, strain, or fracture, physical therapy can play a crucial role when recovering from an injury caused during a vehicle accident. Let’s take a look at some of the common treatment modalities.

Ankle Injuries

Ankle injuries can be painful and debilitating, but physical therapy can help you recover and return to your active lifestyle. Our experienced physical therapists at PRO Therapy can provide a variety of treatments to address ankle injuries, including:

Manual Therapy: Techniques such as massage and joint mobilization can help reduce pain, improve range of motion, and release muscle tension.
Therapeutic Exercises: Tailored exercises, including stretching and strengthening, can improve flexibility, stability, and muscle strength.
Modalities: Therapies like ice and heat therapy, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation can reduce pain and inflammation.
Gait Training: Exercises to improve walking patterns and reduce pain.
Balance and Proprioception Training: Exercises to enhance balance and coordination.

Achilles Tendonitis

Achilles tendonitis is a common injury that can cause pain and stiffness in the back of the ankle. Physical therapy can help alleviate symptoms and promote healing. Treatments may include:

Stretching Exercises: To lengthen the Achilles tendon and improve flexibility.
Strengthening Exercises: To strengthen the calf muscles and support the tendon.
Ice and Heat Therapy: To reduce pain and inflammation.
Ultrasound Therapy: To accelerate healing and reduce pain.

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a condition that causes pain in the bottom of the foot, often near the heel and the underside of the foot. Physical therapy can help reduce the localised pain and improve the mobility of the foot. Treatments may include:

Stretching Exercises: To lengthen the plantar fascia and improve flexibility.
Strengthening Exercises: To strengthen the foot and calf muscles.
Orthotic Devices: To support the foot and reduce stress on the plantar fascia.
Modalities: Therapies such as ice and heat therapy, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation can reduce pain and inflammation.

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Fractures

Fractures of the foot and ankle can be serious injuries that require medical attention. After surgery, or once the bone has healed, physical therapy can help restore range of motion, strength, and function. Treatments may include:

Range of Motion Exercises: To improve flexibility and prevent stiffness.
Strengthening Exercises: To rebuild muscle strength and support the injured area.
Balance and Coordination Training: To improve stability and prevent falls.
Modalities: Therapies such as electrical stimulation or ultrasound can reduce pain and inflammation and promote healing.

Don’t let a foot or ankle injury side-line you. At PRO Therapy, we’re committed to helping you heal and return to your active lifestyle. Book a free discovery visit with us, and we’ll be happy to assist.

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Liz Spahr

Along with being Co-Owner of PRO Therapy, Liz utilizes her extensive Marketing background connecting with PRO’s patients via our website, email communications and social media platforms.

Her business and operations expertise are leveraged by constantly evaluating PRO’s patient experiences and offerings.

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