The Orlando Magic’s Tobias Harris sustained an ankle sprain that put him on the bench, making this season a tough one. To make matters worse, the young forward won’t return to the court anytime soon, as Jacque Vaughn said on Monday that Harris will be out ‘for weeks’. Harris’ injury was described as severe and as a result Harris currently is not practicing with his team. Andrew Nicholson and Jason Maxiell will see more of the front lines for the Orlando Magic for the meantime while Harris recovers from his injury.    

Having an ankle sprain is an painful experience, but they are often treatable. If you’re seeking relief after sustaining an ankle sprain, contact a podiatrist like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. who can diagnose your problem and help to minimize your discomfort.

Ankle Sprains

Ankle sprains are quite painful and can limit your mobility. Although they are not completely unavoidable, wearing appropriately fitted shoes and stretching before physical activity can help lower your risk of incurring an injury. Ankle sprains occur when the ankle rolls over itself or twists in an awkward way, causing a ‘pop’ or ‘snap’ in the tendons around the ankle. Some causes of ankle sprains include:

• Walking
• Sports
• Previous Injuries

In addition to pain, ankle sprains are characterized by skin discoloration and swelling, which is the result of ligaments being stretched beyond their limits. Usually ankle sprains are not severe enough to warrant a trip to the emergency room as there are many home treatments available, including ACE bandages, pain relievers, medication, and of course the RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation) method. However, if the ankle muscles or ligaments or damaged from a rip or tear, it is advisable to see a physician immediately, as the injury may require surgery.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office in Milburn NJ. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot ankle injuries.

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