The 2015 Grammy’s occurred this weekend with notable mentions to all sorts of stars. This year’s event featured performances from Katy Perry, Madonna, and a collaboration between Paul McCartney, Rhianna, and Kanye West. While many were happy to see Sam Smith, Pharrell, and Beck take home some of the most notable Grammy wins, most people were just glad to see little mention of Justin Beiber. However, the Grammy-nominated Beiber has other ways of making headlines. Just today the news media is saying that Justin has been unable to complete his court mandated community service due to what he is calling a ‘high ankle sprain’.
While this may seems like a joke to the judicial process, many of my patients in Crofton and around the Gambrills and Annapolis area know just how serious ankle sprains can be! Patients that suffer from frequent, debilitating ankle sprains may suffer from chronic ankle stability. This is a lifelong condition that may require a brace or custom shoe gear to maintain ambulation. Oftentimes, these strategies are only partially effective, and surgery may become the best option for definitive resolution. There are over 20 different surgeries for ankle instability or following significant ankle sprains, ranging from tendon repair and transfers, ligamentous repair, or bone work. Therefore, it is important to talk to a local specialist about which treatment may be right for you and if you’re in the area, I invite you to give us a call at Crofton Podiatry.
Like many things with our health, delays in treating injuries may only make them worse! If you have an ankle sprain which has not reduced in swelling, redness, or pain after a week it is important you see a local foot and ankle specialist for proper diagnosis. They can talk to you the severity of damage to your ankle, and through all of the available treatment options. Even if your sprain doesn’t require surgery or other more definitive interventions, be sure to ask your local practitioner about ways to prevent suture sprains. Don’t be like Beiber – get your ankle sprain treated today so you can get back to your life the way you want it!
By Brad Toll.