Stephen Curry the Golden State Warrior Star and one of the best point guards of the league suffered from repeated ankle injuries. This is a very common condition on basketball players due to the nature of the game. Last year January Carmelo Anthony missed some game due to the same problem.
The X-rays of Curry's ankle were taken and show negative finding of fracture. The current problem his problem is commonly call, weak ankles or chronic ankle instability.
People with chronic ankle instability often complain of:
- A repeated turning of the ankle, especially on uneven surfaces or when participating in sports
- Persistent (chronic) discomfort and swelling
- Pain or tenderness
- The ankle feeling wobbly or unstable
When you sprain your ankle, the connective tissues (ligaments) are stretched or torn. The ability to balance is often affected. Each subsequent sprain leads to further weakening (or stretching) of the ligaments, resulting in greater instability and the likelihood of developing additional problems in the ankle.
Treatments include physical therapy and anti-inflammatory. Bracing to gain support for the ankle and keep the ankle from turning. Bracing also helps prevent additional ankle sprains.
Surgery is based on the degree of instability or lack of response to non-surgical approaches. Surgery usually involves repair or reconstruction of the damaged ligament(s).
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Rolando Melendez, DPM in Jackson Heights, NY was the experience and knowledge to treat this kind of foot and ankle injuries. Because we want you to keep doing all the fun things you like to do without having pain in your feet!
