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Chiropractors for Ankle Pain
on the Sunshine Coast
Is ankle pain making it difficult for you to enjoy your favourite activities? With over 34 years of experience, our team of dedicated chiropractors is here to help you get back on your feet and doing the things you love.
What causes ankle pain?
Ankle pain is a common condition, with studies showing that it affects 24% of people aged over 45 years.
While it can affect anyone, athletes and people who engage in high-impact sports or activities that involve repetitive motions are at higher risk of ankle injuries and related pain.
It can stem from various factors, including:
- Sprains, which occur when the ligaments surrounding the ankle stretch or tear due to sudden twisting or rolling motions.
- Overuse or repetitive strain injuries, such as tendinitis or stress fractures.
- Conditions like arthritis, nerve compression or circulatory problems.
- Biomechanical issues like flat feet or improper footwear.
Rather than simply masking symptoms with medication, we focus on restoring proper alignment, improving joint function, and addressing muscular imbalances to promote long-term healing and relief.
How we can help
Our chiropractors will conduct a thorough assessment to identify the specific factors contributing to your pain. They will then develop a tailored treatment plan that may include:
- Foot and ankle adjustments, manual and hand held activator adjustments
- Soft tissue therapy, including deep dry needling
- Joint mobilisation techniques
- Myofascial release techniques (MFR)
- Stretching and strengthening exercises
- Ice therapy
- Kinesiology taping
- Orthotic recommendations
- Gait and shoe analysis
- Trigger point therapy
- Proprioceptive exercises
- Neuromuscular re-education
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Diagnostic
Our doctors will diagnose the cause(s) of your ankle pain. During your initial consultation, they will take an in-depth medical history, perform a physical exam and may carry out an imaging diagnosis (e.g. X-rays or MRIs).
Chiropractic Care
During your appointment, we will use techniques such as foot and ankle adjustments, spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, joint mobilisation, myofascial release, and more to relieve your discomfort.
Advice
We will also give you personalised advice to help address your symptoms such as stretching and strengthening exercises, nutritional advice and lifestyle modifications. We may also prescribe supplements.
Why choose our team?
We are a multidisciplinary team of experienced chiropractors, with both female and male doctors available.
We love what we do and care deeply about our patients' wellbeing and happiness, some of which have been coming to us for decades.
We have two clinics, located in the heart of Maroochydore and Coolum Beach, open Monday to Saturday.
We are Bupa and Medibank preferred providers. We also accept Eftpos, Medicare, DVA and EPC.
Your questions, answered
Yes, our doctors can provide effective treatment for ankle pain resulting from sports injuries, helping athletes recover and prevent future issues.
Yes, our treatments focus on addressing the root cause of your ankle pain, which can help prevent its recurrence.
Our highly experienced doctors aim to be gentle and to alleviate your discomfort rather than cause it. Sometimes you can feel soreness post treatment but it's a good type of sore like after a massage.
Our appointments run from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the severity of your condition.
It varies depending on factors such as the severity of the condition and your individual response to treatment, however many of our patients experience significant relief from ankle pain and improved mobility with just a few consistent appointments.
Our treatments typically include a thorough assessment, adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and personalised exercises or stretches.
Absolutely! Here are a few recommendations:
- Wear supportive footwear.
- Aim to maintain a healthy weight to reduce strain on your ankles.
- Practise exercises to strengthen the muscles around your ankles.
- Improve flexibility through stretching.
No, as our chiropractors are primary health care practitioners, you do not need a referral to see us. Feel free to book an appointment or ask us any questions.
Many insurance plans cover chiropractic care. Please check with your insurance provider to understand your specific coverage.