Volleyball Foot & Ankle Injuries
The repetitive jumping and side to side movements required in volleyball increase the risk of volleyball foot & ankle injuries. Volleyball players should be aware of the following:
- Inversion ankle sprains are a common injury in this sport. Ankle sprains should be evaluated by a foot and ankle surgeon to determine the extent of injury, including possible peroneal tendon injuries or fractures. The foot and ankle surgeon will develop a treatment plan: failure to fully treat and rehabilitate a sprain may lead to chronic ankle instability and recurrent sprains.
- Overuse and excessive training can lead to heel pain (plantar fasciitis), Achilles tendonitis, sesamoiditis, stress fractures, posterior tibial tendonitis (or PTTD), and calcaneal apophysitis in children and adolescents.
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Robert Spencer, DPM
Nitza Rodriguez, DPM
Mario Porciello, DPM
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333 Corporate Drive, Suite 230, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
Tel: (949) 364-9255 (WALK)
Fax: (949) 364-9250
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Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm
*(Lunch 12 noon - 1pm)