5 Ways to prevent
ankle injuries
1
WARM UP
PRIOR TO ANY
SPORTS
ACTIVITY
The time spent on the
activity should be increased
gradually over a few weeks
to build both muscle
strength and mobility. Cross
training by participating in
different activities can help
build the muscles.
3
CHOOSE ATHLETIC
SHOES SPECIFICALLY
FOR YOUR FOOT TYPE
People who run
regularly should
replace shoes every
six months, more
frequently if an avid
runner.
5
LISTEN TO
YOUR BODY!
Lightly stretch or better
yet, do a slow jog for
two to three minutes to
warm up the muscles.
Don't force the stretch
with a "bouncing
motion."
2
PREPARE YOUR
MUSCLES FOR
YOUR EXERCISE
The heel and heel
counter should be very
stable. Those with a
stiffer foot or high arches
should choose shoes with
more cushion and a
softer platform. Use
sport-specific shoes.
4
REPLACE ATHLETIC SHOES
WHEN THE TREAD WEARS
OUT OR THE HEELS WEAR
DOWN
If you experience foot
and ankle pain during
a sport, stop the
activity or modify the
activity until the pain
subsides.