Ankle Sprain Treatment Melbourne
Fast, effective treatment for ankle sprains and ligament injuries. Recover quicker, prevent recurrence, and return to sport with confidence.
Why Choose Injury Active
Ankle sprains are the most common sports injury, but they're also one of the most undertreated. Too many people "walk it off" and end up with chronic ankle instability, recurrent sprains, and long-term pain.
At Injury Active Clinic, we take ankle sprains seriously from day one. Our physiotherapists provide a thorough assessment to grade your sprain, rule out fractures, and build a personalised rehabilitation programme that gets you back to full function, whether that's returning to sport, work, or simply walking pain-free.
Types & Grades
The most common type, caused by rolling the ankle inward (inversion), stretching or tearing the ATFL, CFL, or PTFL ligaments on the outer ankle.
Less common, caused by rolling the ankle outward (eversion), affecting the deltoid ligament on the inner ankle. Often associated with other injuries.
Injury to the syndesmosis (the ligaments connecting the tibia and fibula above the ankle joint). Takes longer to heal than a standard lateral sprain.
Repeated ankle sprains or inadequate rehabilitation leading to persistent weakness, giving way, and a feeling of instability during activity.
Stretching or tearing of the peroneal tendons on the outer ankle, often occurring alongside a lateral ankle sprain.
Damage to the cartilage and underlying bone of the ankle joint, which can occur with severe sprains and cause persistent deep ankle pain.
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Treatment Options
Manual therapy, taping, balance retraining, and progressive rehabilitation to restore full ankle function.
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Joint mobilisation and whole-body assessment to address ankle mechanics and contributing biomechanical factors.
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Soft tissue therapy to reduce swelling, muscle guarding, and calf tension associated with ankle sprains.
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Progressive strength and proprioception programmes to prevent recurrence and return to sport safely.
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Our Locations
Four Melbourne clinics, Melbourne's west, inner west, and CBD.
Local Ankle Sprain Treatment
Our Ravenhall clinic is our primary location for ankle sprain treatment in Melbourne's west. Our physiotherapists provide same-day assessment and treatment for acute ankle sprains, with a full rehabilitation gym on-site for progressive balance and strength training.
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Book at RavenhallOur Ravenhall clinic is a 5-minute drive from Caroline Springs, with same-day assessment for acute ankle sprains and a full rehabilitation gym on-site for balance and strength work.
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Book at RavenhallOur Altona osteopaths and physiotherapists treat ankle sprains for patients from Melbourne's inner west. We take a thorough approach to ankle rehabilitation, addressing not just the ligament injury but also the hip and knee mechanics that often contribute to recurrent ankle sprains.
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Book at AltonaOur Melbourne CBD clinic is coming soon. Register your interest to be notified when we open and receive a priority booking for your first appointment.
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Founder
Founder & Head Myotherapist
BSc Hons Sports Therapy, Adv Dip Myo
Craig founded Injury Active Clinic in the UK in 2013 and brought his unique approach to Melbourne in 2022. 18 years of experience treating sports and lifestyle-related injuries, integrating physical therapy with fitness coaching to deliver lasting results.
Exercise Physiologist & Myotherapist
AEP · Exercise Scientist · Myotherapist
Emily is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Exercise Scientist and Myotherapist. Triple-qualified, she bridges hands-on therapy and structured exercise rehab. Specialises in chronic conditions, musculoskeletal rehab, and clinical exercise prescription.
Osteopath
Danielle brings a warm, thorough approach to osteopathy. Her clinical interests are headaches and migraines, postural dysfunction, and sports injury rehab. Combines soft tissue therapy, joint mobilisation, and corrective exercise to deliver lasting relief.
Exercise Scientist & Lead Coach
BSc Exercise Science
Sam holds a degree in Exercise Science and leads our gym programming. He delivers structured 1:1 and small-group sessions built around sound exercise science, adapted to each client's injury history and goals. Considering an MSc in Physiotherapy.
Patient Stories
"Craig is amazing. My pain has decreased, my mobility has improved 10 fold, and my energy has increased, with a passion to get back into fitness. Seriously, I cannot recommend Craig highly enough."
"Hands down the best osteo and myo I've seen. Their treatment approach is genuinely unique, focusing on whole-body health rather than just chasing the symptoms."
"Emily is incredibly knowledgeable and takes the time to explain everything. The programme she designed for me has been really well structured and easy to follow."
Book Your Assessment
Don't keep managing it with rest and hoping it improves. Our Pain & Movement Assessment gives you a clear diagnosis, a personalised treatment plan, and a recovery strategy, so you know exactly what's wrong and how to address it.
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A thorough assessment identifying the root cause of your symptoms, not just the symptoms themselves.
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A personalised treatment plan with realistic timelines and the right combination of hands-on care and exercise.
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A structured recovery plan so you return to full activity stronger and with a lower risk of re-injury.
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