Ankle sprains are easy to underestimate. A quick twist, a missed step, or a bad landing can leave you with pain, swelling, and instability that lasts longer than you expected.
That’s one reason ankle sprains can be so frustrating. Even when they seem minor at first, they can interfere with walking, exercise, work, and everyday movement.
At Tjoe Podiatry in downtown Jersey City, podiatrist Edward Tjoe, DPM, offers advanced treatment options for foot and ankle injuries.
One of Dr. Tjoe’s preferred options is MLS laser therapy, a noninvasive treatment that reduces pain and inflammation while supporting the healing process after an ankle sprain.
Take a few moments to learn why ankle sprains take time to heal, how cold laser therapy works, and why MLS laser therapy can be such a game-changer for getting back on your feet.
An ankle sprain happens when the ligaments that support your ankle are stretched too far or torn.
These ligaments help keep the joint stable, so when they’re injured, you may notice pain, swelling, bruising, and trouble putting weight on your foot.
Some sprains are mild, but others take longer to recover and can leave your ankle feeling weak or unstable.
This is especially true if the inflammation sticks around or your tissues don’t heal as well as they should.
With ankle sprains, ongoing inflammation is one of the main reasons the joint stays swollen, stiff, and painful.
By helping calm the inflammatory response with the use of laser therapy, it becomes easier for your ankle to move and recover.
Cold laser therapy uses light energy to reach injured tissue below the surface of the skin without damaging the surrounding tissues.
The goal of this treatment is to help your body heal more efficiently by improving circulation, reducing inflammation, and supporting cellular repair.
MLS stands for multiwave locked system. This type of laser therapy uses synchronized wavelengths of light to address pain and inflammation at the same time while also supporting tissue healing.
That combination makes it especially useful for ankle sprains. A sprained ankle usually involves swelling, ligament irritation, and pain with movement.
A treatment that targets all three, like MLS laser therapy, is a strong addition to your recovery plan.
One reason our patients like MLS laser therapy is that it is noninvasive and drug-free. There are no injections, no incisions, and no downtime after treatment.
In addition, MLS sessions are relatively quick, which makes the treatment easier to fit into your busy schedule.
For ankle sprains that are slow to improve, this treatment offers a way to support healing without adding more stress to recovery.
If your ankle sprain isn’t improving the way you expected, or if pain and swelling keep hanging on, it may be time to look beyond rest and waiting it out.
A more targeted treatment plan that includes cold laser therapy can help the healing process related to an ankle sprain move in the right direction.
At Tjoe Podiatry, Dr. Tjoe evaluates ankle injuries carefully and recommends treatment based on how severe the sprain is and how your recovery is going.
If you’re looking for a noninvasive way to support healing after an ankle sprain, call our Jersey City office or request an appointment online to find out whether MLS laser therapy is right for you.
