Ankle injuries are one of the most common reasons people see a sports physio, and one of the most poorly managed. Re-spraining an ankle is common when the first rehab wasn't structured properly. Our approach combines hands-on early-stage treatment with progressive strength and proprioception work that rebuilds true ankle stability.

Ankle & Foot Conditions We Treat

Ankle Sprains (Grade 1–3)

Most ankle sprains are lateral (rolling inward). Grade 1 = mild stretching, Grade 2 = partial tear, Grade 3 = full tear. We assess severity, manage swelling, and restore movement before progressing into strength and stability work.

Chronic Ankle Instability

If you've rolled your ankle multiple times, the supporting structures and your proprioceptive control are likely compromised. We rebuild both, and identify any contributing biomechanics from the hip and knee.

Plantar Fasciitis

Heel pain that's worst with the first steps in the morning or after sitting. Common in runners, walkers, and people who spend long days on their feet. We treat the symptoms, address calf and intrinsic foot strength, and assess footwear.

Achilles Tendinopathy

Pain and stiffness in the Achilles tendon, often during or after running. Has specific evidence-based loading protocols (eccentric calf raises, heavy slow resistance). We manage progression carefully to avoid the common pattern of early return and re-injury.

Stress Fractures & Bone Stress

Common in runners, dancers, and athletes who've recently increased training load. Requires accurate diagnosis (sometimes imaging) and a structured return-to-load plan.

How We Treat Ankle & Foot Injuries

Early phase: Manage swelling and pain. Restore range of movement. Avoid prolonged immobilisation where possible. Early movement is generally the recommended approach.

Mid phase: Strength work for the calf, peroneals, and intrinsic foot muscles. Proprioception drills: single-leg balance, perturbation training, dynamic control.

Return-to-sport phase: Hopping, cutting, change-of-direction at sport-specific intensity. We benchmark your performance against your uninjured side before clearing you.

When to See a Physio

Significant swelling, bruising, or inability to weight-bear after rolling your ankle
Ankle that gives way during walking, running, or sport
Heel or arch pain that's been present for more than 2 weeks
Achilles pain that's been progressively building up

Ankle & Foot Injuries: North Beach Physiotherapy