Ankle Sprain — Non-Operative Management

iOrtho

Weight-Bearing

WBAT from day 1 with brace/tape; immobilization recommended for 10 days for severe sprain

Key Restrictions

Brace or protective tape during WB activities; immobilization up to 10 days for severe sprain; 25 single leg heel raises before Phase III; 90% Y-balance/hop tests for RTS

Timeline & Phases

Phase I (Wks 1-2 protection/optimal loading), Phase II (Wks 3-6 intermediate/sub-acute), Phase III (Wks 7-10 late/chronic), Phase IV (Wks 11-16 RTS/functional activities)

Notes

Non-operative lateral ankle sprain; Ottawa ankle rule to rule out fracture; outcome measures: Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) or FAAM

Published

August 2024