A rolled ankle can linger long after the swelling fades, leaving you with stiffness, instability or nagging pain. Dr. Madison Molitor of Palmercare Chiropractic Flower Mound knows this from experience: a sports-related ankle injury is what first introduced her to chiropractic care.
The ankle bears your full body weight with every step. Sprains are among the most common injuries, and an ankle that doesn’t fully recover can alter how the foot, knee, hip and back move.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons explains symptoms, treatment and recovery in its guide to a sprained ankle. Seek medical care if you cannot bear weight, or if the ankle looks deformed or is severely swollen.
Ankle problems often show up as:
Dr. Molitor checks ankle and foot motion, balance and the knee, hip and lower back. After a recent injury, she will first confirm that medical evaluation or imaging is not needed.
Ankle problems can affect the knee, so read about knee pain care in Flower Mound. For athletes, see our sports performance chiropractic care page.
People choose chiropractic care for ankle pain hoping to:
Ankle pain relief usually works best as part of a broader plan. Learn more about our approach to chiropractic care in Flower Mound, TX and how it may support your recovery.
You can also read about sprained ankles from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Ankle mechanics affect the knee, so see our page on knee pain.
Personalized Care Focused on Lasting Results
Stiffness and weakness after old sprains often linger.
Care is drug-free and non-invasive.
Every patient receives a plan based on their symptoms, health history, and goals.
Mobile, balanced joints protect you.
We refer for fractures and severe sprains.
We aim to reduce re-injury.
HAVE A QUESTION
After a medical screening for fractures or severe ligament injury, chiropractic care can support mobility and recovery.
Mild sprains may heal in a few weeks, but severe ones take longer.
Stiffness, weakness or poor balance can linger and may benefit from care.
Early rest, ice, compression and elevation are commonly recommended. Follow your doctor’s advice.
Many patients feel taping provides supportive feedback during activity.
Imaging is advised if you cannot bear weight or have severe pain or swelling.
Yes. Changes in how you walk can load other joints.
Yes, from weekend runners to competitive players.
If the ankle looks deformed, you cannot bear weight or you have numbness.
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6050 Long Prairie Rd., Ste 200, Flower Mound, TX 75028
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Palmercare Chiropractic Flower Mound
6050 Long Prairie Rd Ste 200
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Phone: (469) 702-2033
Monday – 8:15 AM–7 PM
Tuesday – 2:30–7 PM
Wednesday – 8:15 AM–7 PM
Thursday – 8:15 AM–7 PM
Friday – 8:30 AM–12 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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