Ankle Sprains & Instability
Learn more about ankle sprain and instability care at Wigley Feet in North Miami Beach.
Overview
What Is Ankle Sprains & Instability?
An ankle sprain is a stretching or tearing of the ligaments that support the ankle, usually from a twist or roll of the foot. Most sprains heal well with proper care — but a sprain that isn't fully rehabilitated can lead to chronic ankle instability, where the ankle repeatedly 'gives way.' Repeat sprains damage ligaments further, so proper treatment of the first sprain matters.
Patient Education
Watch: Understanding Ankle Sprains & Instability
A short educational video will help explain the condition, why it happens, and what treatment usually looks like.
Procedure education video coming soon
This video section is reserved for Wigley Feet educational content.
Transcript
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Download patient education PDF
Printable 2-page handout on Wigley Feet letterhead.
The video content is for general education only and does not replace medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Procedure recommendations depend on examination, imaging, medical history, insurance requirements, procedural risk, and physician judgment.
Who May Benefit?
- Anyone with a recent twisted or rolled ankle
- Patients whose ankle feels weak, wobbly, or unreliable
- Those with repeated sprains of the same ankle
When to Seek Care
- Swelling, bruising, or trouble bearing weight after a twist
- An ankle that keeps giving way on uneven ground
- Pain that persists weeks after a sprain
How Wigley Feet Evaluates This Condition
- Examination of the ligaments and ankle stability
- X-rays when needed to rule out fracture
- Assessment of balance, strength, and prior injuries
Treatment Options
- Early protection — bracing, support, and appropriate rest
- Rehabilitation to restore strength and balance
- Orthotics or ankle supports for activity
- Procedural options for chronic instability that fails conservative care
Where Is This Procedure Performed?
Depending on the patient, procedure complexity, anesthesia needs, insurance requirements, and physician judgment, eligible procedures may be performed through one of two coordinated surgical pathways at Wigley Feet.
Wigley Feet Surgical Suite
In-house AAAASF-certified office-based surgical suite.
Select eligible procedures may be performed in our in-house office-based Surgical Suite, keeping consultation, treatment, and follow-up coordinated through Wigley Feet.
Learn morePalmetto Lakes Surgical Center
Joint Commission-accredited outpatient ambulatory surgical center partner in Miami.
Some procedures may be better suited for an outpatient ambulatory surgical center. Through our partnership with Palmetto Lakes Surgical Center, a Joint Commission-accredited ambulatory surgical center in Miami, we can coordinate ASC-based surgical care when appropriate.
Learn moreThe surgical setting is determined after consultation and is based on safety, medical appropriateness, procedure type, anesthesia requirements, insurance requirements, and physician judgment.
What to Expect
- 1An accurate diagnosis — some 'sprains' are actually fractures
- 2A rehab plan to prevent repeat sprains
- 3Long-term strategies for stable, confident steps
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ankle sprains & instability at the Wigley Feet Surgical Suite in North Miami Beach.
Request a Surgical Consultation
To find out whether this procedure is appropriate for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Stephen Wigley IV and the Wigley Feet care team.
The information on this page is educational and does not replace medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Not every patient is a candidate for office-based surgery or procedures. Final treatment recommendations depend on examination, diagnosis, imaging, medical history, circulation status, anesthesia needs, insurance requirements, procedural risk, and physician judgment. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.