Ankle Sprain treatment in Kannur at Manthra Health & Wellness Hospital goes far beyond the outdated RICE protocol. Ankle sprains — lateral ligament injuries caused by inversion of the ankle — are the most common musculoskeletal injuries in Kerala, affecting athletes, students, and daily walkers in Kannur's uneven terrain. "Just rest it" is poor advice that leads to chronic ankle instability, recurring sprains, and long-term problems.
At Manthra Wellness Kannur, we follow the POLICE protocol (Protection, Optimal Loading, Ice, Compression, Elevation) — replacing rest with optimal loading from the very first days. Early, controlled weight-bearing and movement accelerates healing, reduces swelling more effectively than rest, and prevents the muscle weakness that leads to chronic instability.
Our ankle sprain rehabilitation programme at Manthra Wellness Kannur has three phases: Acute Phase (Days 1–7): Pain management (laser therapy, IFT), early weight-bearing as tolerated, ankle alphabet exercises, and compression; Sub-acute Phase (Weeks 2–4): Progressive strengthening exercises (calf raises, theraband resistance), balance training on stable surfaces, proprioception exercises; Functional Phase (Weeks 4–8): Single-leg balance on unstable surfaces, plyometric training, sport-specific agility drills, and return-to-sport testing.
Mulligan's MWM (Mobilisation with Movement) technique — applied by Dr. Pramod P.V — is remarkably effective for restoring ankle dorsiflexion lost after sprains, allowing faster return to full activity. For chronic ankle instability (recurring sprains), our rehabilitation programme is even more intensive with emphasis on peroneals strengthening and proprioceptive retraining.
Don't let an ankle sprain become a chronic problem. Book your ankle rehabilitation at Manthra Health & Wellness Hospital, Kannur. Call 04972780044 or +91 7012831925.