Volleyball Injuries to the Foot and Ankle

Volleyball Injuries to the Foot and Ankle

The repetitive jumping and side to side movements required in volleyball increase the risk of injuries to the foot and ankle. Volleyball players should be aware of the following:

  • InversionĀ 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 possibleĀ peroneal tendon injuries orĀ fractures. The foot and ankle surgeon will develop a treatment plan: failure to fully treat and rehabilitate a sprain may lead toĀ chronic ankle instability and recurrent sprains.Ā 
  • Overuse and excessive training can lead toĀ heel pain (plantar fasciitis),Ā Achilles tendonitis,Ā sesamoiditis,Ā stress fractures,Ā posterior tibial tendonitis (or PTTD), andĀ calcaneal apophysitis in children and adolescents.

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